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Small Batch Air Fryer Shrimp

This small batch air fryer shrimp recipe is made with a few simple ingredients and cooks in just 6 minutes. The shrimp turn out juicy, lightly crisp, and full of flavor.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time11 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: , Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose
Keyword: air fryer shrimp, cooked shrimp, shrimp
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Paulina Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 9 large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ½ teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Optional: squeeze of lemon and chopped parsley
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Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (182°C) for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and place them in a medium bowl.
  • Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, and kosher salt. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each one.
  • Air fry for 6 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp and serve immediately. For extra color and flavor, sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Preheat the Air Fryer: A few minutes of preheating helps the shrimp cook evenly and get lightly crisp on the outside.
  • Pat the Shrimp Dry: Use a paper towel to remove excess moisture before seasoning. This helps them brown better.
  • Don’t Crowd the Basket: Arrange the shrimp in a single layer with space between each one so they cook evenly.
  • Flip Halfway Through: Turn the shrimp over halfway through the cooking time to get even color and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servng | Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 531mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 246IU | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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