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Air Fryer Shrimp

Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp: Quick, Flavor-Packed Delight

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Enjoy these air fryer shrimp—quick, juicy, and perfect for healthy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp or Prawns Large, peeled, and deveined for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Cayenne can be used for spiciness.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the Air Fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  3. In a bowl, drizzle olive oil and add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Check shrimp for doneness. Should be pink, opaque, and firm.
  7. Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, consume immediately after cooking. Reheat gently if needed.

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