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Air Fryer Shrimp

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on or off)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ tablespoon paprika
  • ½ tablespoon salt
  • ¼ tablespoon black pepper
  • ¼ tablespoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
  • ½ tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for freshness)
  • Lemon wedges & fresh parsley for garnish

Notes

Juicy, tender, and perfectly crispy, Air Fryer Shrimp is an easy and flavorful dish that’s ready in under 10 minutes! Whether you want a quick appetizer, a protein-packed meal, or a topping for salads and tacos, this garlic butter-seasoned shrimp is a must-try.

Instructions

Step 1: Season the Shrimp

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest.

Step 2: Air Fry the Shrimp

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  2. Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  3. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until shrimp is pink, opaque, and slightly crispy.

Step 3: Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
  2. Serve alone, in tacos, over pasta, or with rice!

Pro Tips for the Best Air Fryer Shrimp:

✅ Don’t overcrowd the basket—cook in batches if needed.
✅ For extra crispiness, lightly coat shrimp with panko breadcrumbs before air frying.
✅ Use fresh shrimp when possible, but frozen shrimp works too (just thaw & pat dry first).
🔥 Enjoy this quick & delicious Air Fryer Shrimp for any meal! 🍤✨