Air fryer shrimp
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 2-4
Difficulty Level: Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Ensure the shrimp are well-coated.
- Arrange in the Air Fryer Basket:
- Place the marinated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even cooking.
- Air Fry:
- Cook the shrimp in the preheated air fryer for 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Check for Doneness:
- The shrimp are done when they are opaque and cooked through.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the cooked shrimp for added freshness and color.
- Serve:
- Transfer the air-fried shrimp to a serving plate and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- Enjoy Your Air Fryer Shrimp!
- Enjoy these flavorful and juicy air-fried shrimp as a quick and delicious appetizer or main dish.
Note:
- You can customize the seasoning according to your taste preferences. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Serve the shrimp over a bed of rice, pasta, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust the cooking time based on the size of the shrimp. Larger shrimp may require a couple of extra minutes.
