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Air Fryer Shrimp

Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp: Quick, Healthy Delight in Minutes

Indulge in quick, healthy Air Fryer Shrimp that delivers restaurant-quality seafood at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for deeper flavor
  • to taste salt or garlic salt for added flavor
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or lime juice

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
  3. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
  4. Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Remove the shrimp and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a bolder taste, consider marinating the shrimp in the seasoning mix for up to 30 minutes before cooking.

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