Crispy Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp
Enjoy deliciously crispy shrimp straight from the air fryer, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal!
Equipment
- Air fryer Ensure it's preheated for even cooking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb frozen shrimp, tail on, peeled & deveined (21-30 size)
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp chili powder
- 0.25 tsp cumin
- 0.25 tsp oregano
- 1 spray avocado oil for spraying shrimp
Instructions
- Place the frozen shrimp in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are spread out in a single layer for even cooking.
- Sprinkle salt, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, cumin, and oregano over the shrimp.
- Lightly spray the shrimp with avocado oil. This helps them crisp up nicely during cooking.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10-11 minutes until the shrimp are pink, crispy, and no longer opaque. Shake the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Carefully remove the shrimp from the air fryer, shaking the basket to remove excess oil.
- Serve the shrimp as-is or in taco bowls with rice, beans, avocado, salsa, sour cream, cilantro, and jalapenos for a complete meal.
Notes
For pre-cooked frozen shrimp, reduce the cooking time to 5-6 minutes. Customize your taco bowls with your favorite toppings like cheese, lettuce, or hot sauce.