These easy air-fried shrimps have to be the best and easy solution for your everyday meal. Whether you’re serving it as an appetizer, a main dish, or a topping for salads and tacos, air frying is the best way to achieve a perfectly golden, crunchy texture without excess oil. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have crispy, juicy shrimp Recipe that’s packed with flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Air Fried Shrimp Recipe
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Air frying gives the shrimp a crispy, golden coating while keeping the inside tender and juicy. The sauce takes it to a notch further to a perfect sweet and savoury finish that guarantees to be a hit.
How to Make these Easy Air Fried Shrimp
To make this dish, you will need
Equipment
- Counter-top Airfryer Oven
- Mixing bowl
- Cooking Skillet
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs shrimp, peeled, deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp red chilli flakes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
Instructions
- Start by preheating your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Meanwhile, clean and devein the shrimp if necessary. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure a crispy texture.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, chilli flakes, onion powder, ginger powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
- Air fry for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet, melt the butter, then add in the rest of the ingredients.
- Once the shrimp turn golden and slightly crispy, remove them from the air fryer then toss into the sauce. Serve immediately as is or with rice
Tips and Variations
- For a fun appetizer, turn this dish into a crispy shrimp sandwich with lettuce, tomatoes, and creamy dill sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container
Give This Easy Air Fried Shrimp Recipe a Try Today!
If you’re craving a quick, crispy, and flavorful dish, this easy air fried shrimp is a must-try. It’s healthier than traditional fried shrimp, incredibly simple to make, and packed with mouthwatering flavors.
Give it a try and let us know how it turns out! Happy cooking!
Ultimate Easy Air-Fried Shrimp Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs shrimp peeled, deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp red chilli flakes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp dark soy sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Meanwhile, clean and devein the shrimp if necessary. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure a crispy texture.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, chilli flakes, onion powder, ginger powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not overcrowded.
- Air fry for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet melt the butter, then add in the rest of the ingredients.
- Once the shrimp turn golden and slightly crispy, remove them from the air fryer then toss into the sauce. Serve immediately as is or with rice
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2 Comments. Leave new
Would love to give it a try, love the outcome look already
Thank you so much, Emmanuella! I’m sure you’ll love it—it’s super easy to make and absolutely delicious. Let me know how it turns out when you give it a try! 😊🍤