Here’s a simple and quick air fryer frozen shrimp recipe:
Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp Recipe
Ingredients:
1 pound frozen shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail-on or off)
1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Lemon wedges (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
Prepare the shrimp:
Place the frozen shrimp in a bowl.
Drizzle with olive oil or melted butter.
Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Cook the shrimp:
Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket (you may need to cook in batches depending on your air fryer size).
Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
The shrimp are done when they turn pink and opaque. You can also use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 120°F (49°C).
Serve:
Squeeze some lemon juice over the shrimp.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes:
Adjust seasonings to your taste or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat.
If the shrimp is pre-cooked, reduce the cooking time to 5-6 minutes to avoid overcooking.
For larger shrimp, cooking time may need to increase by 1-2 minutes.
Serve with a dipping sauce, like cocktail sauce or garlic butter, for extra flavor.
