Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
These Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp (No Thaw) are perfect for weeknight dinners and meals when you are strapped for time. Enjoy these with your favorite spices served juicy or breaded and fried!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 112kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen shrimp I prefer deveined and shells removed.
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the frozen shrimp to the air fryer.
- Cook on 400 degrees for 3-4 minutes.
- Open the air fryer and season the shrimp.
- Air fry for an additional 3-5 minutes on 400 degrees until the shrimp turns opaque and is cooked through.
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Notes
- How you plan to eat the shrimp will determine if you need to do any prep beforehand. If you purchase shrimp with the shells intact you may want to remove those first. This is optional and is not required. It just makes it easier to dive right into the shrimp once they are cooked.
- You can season the shrimp with whatever spices you like.
- Every air fryer cooks at varying speeds. Keep a close eye to be sure you don't overcook the shrimp.
- The texture of the shrimp is similar to "cocktail shrimp." The shrimp aren't crisp. They are tender.
- When using frozen shrimp, you can’t brine or marinate the shrimp. I love to do this occasionally for added flavor. Keep in mind that won’t work here.
- If you have shrimp that are packed in ice you may notice water drip into the bottom of the air fryer. Drain the water as you check in on the shrimp if this is the case.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 0.3g