Description
Create restaurant-worthy shrimp with minimal effort using your air fryer. This recipe delivers perfectly tender and juicy results through a simple yet effective cooking method. The preparation takes just minutes, making it an excellent choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon sweet paprika
- ¾ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- Cooking spray (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp completely dry using paper towels
- Mix olive oil or melted butter with lemon juice and all seasonings in a medium bowl
- Add shrimp to the seasoning mixture, tossing until evenly coated
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes
- Place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer
- Cook for 7-8 minutes at 400°F, flipping halfway through for even cooking
- Remove from air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges
Notes
- For optimal results, avoid overcrowding the basket – cook in batches if necessary
- Large or jumbo shrimp work best as they remain juicier
- Spraying the air fryer basket with cooking spray before adding shrimp prevents sticking
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator
- For frozen shrimp, ensure they’re completely thawed and patted dry before seasoning
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American