Air Fryer Shrimp
A quick, easy, and flavorful shrimp dish cooked in the air fryer, perfect for weeknight meals or appetizers.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed from frozen
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- lemon wedges (for serving) For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp.
- Drizzle olive oil or spray cooking spray over the shrimp.
- Sprinkle garlic powder and paprika on top, along with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently mix until the shrimp are evenly coated.
Cooking
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the shrimp for about 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- The shrimp are ready when they are pink and crispy.
Serving
- Plate the shrimp with fresh lemon wedges for a zesty touch.
- Serve as an appetizer or main dish with dipping sauces.
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Notes
For best results, use fresh shrimp. You may marinate the shrimp for 15-30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.