How To Cook Shrimp in Air Fryer

Crispy shrimp beside bowl of dipping sauce.

How To Cook Shrimp in Air Fryer

Air fryer shrimp cook up juicy, golden, and full of flavor in just minutes. Whether you start with fresh or frozen shrimp, the result is always tender and perfectly seasoned. It’s a quick meal or appetizer that makes weeknight cooking effortless.

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dishes, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, International

Keyword air fried, air fryer basket, air fryer shrimp, air fryer shrimp recipe, cook shrimp, cook time, frozen shrimp, jumbo shrimp, paprika, peel, seasoning, shrimp in the air fryer, shrimp recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Resting Time 10

Servings Portions

Calories 161kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Mixing Bowl
1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

1 Pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
2 Tablespoons Avocado Oil
½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Pepper
Lemon Slices for serving
Parsley chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius) for 3 minutes and gather shrimp, avocado oil, and spices to have everything prepped and ready.
Combine avocado oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl, stirring until well blended.
Add shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated, then let sit for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 5–6 minutes, shaking halfway through; garnish with parsley and lemon before serving.

Notes

Preheat your air fryer for even cooking. A hot fryer helps the shrimp cook faster and stay juicy inside.
Toss shrimp with oil and seasonings before cooking. This makes sure every piece has flavor and a nice golden color.
Arrange raw shrimp in a single layer in the basket. Overcrowding can make them soggy instead of crisp.
Serve shrimp right away for the best taste. A squeeze of lemon on top makes the flavor even fresher.
Add 2-3 minutes if using jumbo shrimp.

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