Description
This Air Fryer Shrimp recipe offers a quick, delicious way to enjoy perfectly cooked shrimp with a crispy exterior and tender interior. Seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne for a little kick, these shrimp are cooked in just minutes in the air fryer, making them ideal for everything from appetizers to main dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasonings
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
For Serving
- Lemon wedges (optional)
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes to ensure even cooking and a crispy finish.
- Prepare Shrimp: In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using until shrimp are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange Shrimp: Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Cook Shrimp: Air fry the shrimp for 6 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even cooking, until shrimp turn pink, curl up, and have a slightly crispy edge.
- Serve: Remove shrimp from the air fryer immediately and serve warm with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Do not overcook the shrimp—they cook quickly and can become rubbery if left too long.
- This recipe works perfectly for tacos, salads, rice bowls, or paired with your favorite dipping sauce.
- For an extra savory touch, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound shrimp (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
