Description
Learn how to make crispy air fryer shrimp, from fresh to frozen shrimp. This recipe includes tips for breaded shrimp, coconut shrimp, and more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for breaded shrimp)
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded coconut (for coconut shrimp)”
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- If using frozen shrimp, defrost under cold water or overnight in the fridge.
- Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper (or breading ingredients for breaded shrimp).
- Place shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- For coconut shrimp, cook for 10-12 minutes, checking for golden-brown crispiness.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g