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Air Fryer Shrimp

A quick and delightful seafood dish made in an air fryer, featuring succulent shrimp with a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Seafood
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray Olive oil gives more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust as needed.
  • as needed Lemon wedges For serving.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with olive oil or cooking spray.
  • Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix well to ensure shrimp are evenly coated.

Cooking

  • Arrange the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry the shrimp for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  • Remove shrimp once they are pink and crispy.

Serving

  • Serve the shrimp immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate shrimp for 30 minutes before cooking. Serve on a bed of greens, in tacos, or with dipping sauces.
Keyword Air Fryer Shrimp, Easy Shrimp, Quick Dinner, Seafood Dish, Shrimp Recipe