Description
This Air Fryer Shrimp recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. Seasoned with Italian herbs, smoked paprika, and garlic, these shrimp cook perfectly in the air fryer in under 10 minutes, delivering a juicy and tender seafood delight that’s easy to prepare and serve immediately.
Ingredients
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Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Main Ingredient
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Stir in the minced garlic or garlic powder to create a flavorful spice blend.
- Season the shrimp: Ensure the shrimp are peeled and deveined with tails removed. Toss the shrimp with olive oil and the prepared seasoning mix until evenly coated, allowing the flavors to adhere to the surface.
- Air fry the shrimp: Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and cook the shrimp for 4 minutes initially. Check for doneness, shake the basket to flip and redistribute shrimp, and continue cooking for an additional 2-4 minutes if needed. Shrimp are done when pink on both sides and have formed a gentle “C” shape.
- Serve immediately: Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and serve at once for the best texture and flavor. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Notes
- This recipe is super simple and healthy, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
- Cooking time may vary slightly based on shrimp size and air fryer model.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently in the air fryer or microwaved.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4 oz shrimp)
- Calories: 109 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 426 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 183 mg
