Description
Quick, tender, and flavorful shrimp cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Ready in under 20 minutes with minimal effort, these shrimp are a wholesome, family-friendly dish that’s versatile as an appetizer, main course, or side.
Ingredients
1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
1/4 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
In a bowl, seasoned shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, pepper, salt, and lemon zest.
Place shrimp in air fryer basket, spreading in a single layer.
Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until shrimp turn pink and slightly crisp.
Toss with remaining seasoning (if desired) before serving.
Notes
Use frozen shrimp if fresh is unavailable; thaw before cooking.
Adjust seasoning to taste (herbs like parsley or cilantro can be added).
Serve with rice, salad, or as a protein topper for bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg