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Air Fryer Shrimp Recipe
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Air Fryer Shrimp

Quick and flavorful air fryer shrimp made with simple spices and ready in minutes. This juicy and crispy shrimp is perfect as an appetizer or a light main dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 3 People
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked or regular
  • ½ tsp Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Black pepper freshly ground
  • ½ tsp Chili flakes optional for heat
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Pat the shrimp dry using a paper towel.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes.
  4. Toss well to coat evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  5. Place shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook for 7–8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  7. Remove shrimp once pink and cooked through.
  8. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Video

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
  • Cooking time may vary depending on shrimp size.
  • Serve with rice, salad, or dipping sauce.
  • You can use frozen shrimp, just thaw before cooking.