Air Fryer Shrimp

Air fryer shrimp? Great choice — quick, crispy, and healthy! Here’s a simple recipe for Air Fryer Shrimp that you can customize easily.

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Air Fryer Shrimp

Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)

• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

• Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat

• Lemon wedges, for serving

• Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)

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Instructions:

1. Preheat air fryer: to 400°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.

2. Prepare shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using.

3. Arrange shrimp: Place shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd — cook in batches if needed.

4. Cook: Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until shrimp are pink and opaque.

5. Serve: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over shrimp and sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro.

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Perfect for tacos, salads, pasta, or just on their own as a snack!

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