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    5 Minute Lemon and Garlic Air Fryer Shrimp

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    5 Minute Lemon and Garlic Air Fryer Shrimp - These golden, juicy, plump and delicious Shrimp/Prawns are healthy and easy to make.

    Air fryer prawns in plate

    5 Minute Lemon and Garlic Air Fryer Shrimp

    Making Shrimp in an Air Fryer is such an easy win!

    Think healthy, pump, delicious Shrimp with any seasoning of your choice that can be eaten in a wrap, a salad, with rice, added to pasta..the possibilities are endless!

    Shrimp cook super quickly and that is ideal for anyone who doesn’t have much time.

    This recipe works well with any size Shrimp. Just adjust the timing accordingly.

    Ingredients

    Shrimp

    King Prawns are best here. I also tried this recipe with Shell on King Prawns. More on that below.

    Oil

    Either Olive, Corn, Rapeseed, Vegetable

    Marinade

    Lemon Juice, Garlic Powder, Smoked Paprika, Chilli Powder (Optional), Dry Parsley (Optional), Salt and Pepper.

    How to make Air Fryer Shrimp

    Pat the Shrimp Dry.

    Add to a bowl and drizzle over the Oil.

    Add Seasoning Ingredients.

    Shrimp with Seasoning in bowl

    Place into the Air Fryer Basket.

    Marinaded shrimp in air fryer basket

    Air Fry for 5 minutes at 400 F/200 C.

    Air fried shrimp in air fryer basket

    How to Serve

    There are so nay ways to serve Air Fryer Shrimp. Here are some suggestions:

    Serve alongside Rice or pasta.

    Served in Spaghetti.

    Serve in a Wrap.

    Serve in a salad with a light dressing.

    Serve in Tacos. as a taco filling with fresh veggie salsa OR as a salad topping for a light meal.

    In a Shrimp salad.

    How to know if Shrimp is cooked

    It is so easy to overcook shrimp.

    Here are 2 ways to know when the shrimp is ready:

    Colour – The colour changes from an opaque grey to a light pink all over.

    Size and Shape – The Shrimp will shrink in size and become more closed.

    Storage

    You can store leftover Shrimp/Prawns in the following ways:

    Fridge

    Allow the Shrimp to cool then pop in an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    Reheat in the air fryer or microwave for 1 minute.

    Freezer

    Allow the shrimp to cool then place it in an airtight container and freeze for up to 6 months.

    Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

    To Reheat, once thawed, add to an air fryer. Spray over some Oil and cook till crispy. This will take 1-2 minutes.

    FAQ’s and Tips

    How long to cook for

    Check that the Shrimp is cooked at the 5 minute mark and cook a little longer if needed but don’t take it too far as overcooked Prawns are chewy and tough.

    Size of Prawns

    Use large or medium Prawns for best results. King Prawns also work.

    Do I need to flip them?

    You do not need to flip the Prawns mid way.

    Overcrowding

    Don’t be tempted to over crowd the Air Fryer. If you double to triple the recipe, it is better to cook them in batches.

    Temperature

    Cook at 400 F/200 C.

    Coated Shrimp

    Coated Shrimp take a little longer to cook so if you are making Shrimp with a Panko/Breadcrumb coating, add 2 - 3 minutes to cooking time.

    Frozen Shrimp

    You can put frozen Shrimp in the Air Fryer but it will take a little longer to cook. It is best to thaw the Prawns first.

    Can I make this with Shell on Prawns?

    Yes absolutely.

    I would add 2 tbsp more Oil and cook at 350f/180 C for 4 - 5 minutes.

    These are the ones I made.

    Shell on Shrimp and rice on plate

    More Shrimp Recipes:

    10 minute Blackened Shrimp Tacos

    Dynamite Shrimp

    Prawn Chow Mein

    Pil Pil

    Prawn Masala

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    5 Minute Lemon and Garlic Air Fryer Shrimp

    5 Minute Lemon and Garlic Air Fryer Shrimp - These golden, juicy, plump and delicious Shrimp/Prawns are healthy and easy to make.

    Course Dinner, Lunch
    Cuisine American, british
    Keyword Air Fryer Prawns, Air fryer Shrimp, Chilli Garlic Prawns, Shrimp in air fryer
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 114 kcal
    Author Safira

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb Large Shrimp
    • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
    • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
    • ½ tsp Salt
    • ½ tsp Black Pepper
    • 1 tsp Garlic Powder/Granules
    • ½ tsp Smoked Paprika
    • ½ tsp Red Chilli Powder Optional
    • 1 tsp Dry Parsley Optional

    Instructions

    1. Pat the Shrimp Dry.

    2. Add to a bowl and drizzle over the Oil.

    3. Add Lemon Juice, Salt, Pepper, Garlic, Smoked Paprika, Chilli Powder, Parsley. Mix together using your hands.

    4. Place Shrimp into the Air Fryer Basket leaving space between them.

    5. Air Fry for 5 minutes at 400 F/200 C.

    Recipe Notes

    How to Serve

    There are so nay ways to serve Air Fryer Shrimp. Here are some suggestions:

    Serve alongside Rice or pasta.

    Served in Spaghetti.

    Serve in a Wrap.

    Serve in a salad with a light dressing.

    Serve in Tacos. as a taco filling with fresh veggie salsa OR as a salad topping for a light meal.

    In a Shrimp salad.

    How to know if Shrimp is cooked

    It is so easy to overcook shrimp.

    Here are 2 ways to know when the shrimp is ready:

    Colour – The colour changes from an opaque grey to a light pink all over.

    Size and Shape – The Shrimp will shrink in size and become more closed.

    Storage

    You can store leftover Shrimp/Prawns in the following ways:

    Fridge

    Allow the Shrimp to cool then pop in an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days.

    Reheat in the air fryer or microwave for 1 minute.

    Freezer

    Allow the shrimp to cool then place it in an airtight container and freeze for up to 6 months.

    Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

    To Reheat, once thawed, add to an air fryer. Spray over some Oil and cook till crispy. This will take 1-2 minutes.

    FAQ’s and Tips

    How long to cook for

    Check that the Shrimp is cooked at the 5 minute mark and cook a little longer if needed but don’t take it too far as overcooked Prawns are chewy and tough.

    Size of Prawns

    Use large or medium Prawns for best results. King Prawns also work.

    Do I need to flip them?

    You do not need to flip the Prawns mid way.

    Overcrowding

    Don’t be tempted to over crowd the Air Fryer. If you double to triple the recipe, it is better to cook them in batches.

    Temperature

    Cook at 400 F/200 C.

    Coated Shrimp

    Coated Shrimp take a little longer to cook so if you are making Shrimp with a Panko/Breadcrumb coating, add 2 - 3 minutes to cooking time.

    Frozen Shrimp

    You can put frozen Shrimp in the Air Fryer but it will take a little longer to cook. It is best to thaw the Prawns first.

    Can I make this with Shell on Prawns?

    Yes absolutely.

    I would add 2 tbsp more Oil and cook at 350f/180 C for 4 - 5 minutes.

    These are the ones I made.

    Nutrition Facts
    5 Minute Lemon and Garlic Air Fryer Shrimp
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 114 Calories from Fat 45
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5g8%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Trans Fat 0.01g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 3g
    Cholesterol 143mg48%
    Sodium 937mg41%
    Potassium 146mg4%
    Carbohydrates 2g1%
    Fiber 0.2g1%
    Sugar 0.1g0%
    Protein 16g32%
    Vitamin A 403IU8%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 64mg6%
    Iron 0.4mg2%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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