Air Fryer Shrimp (Garlic Butter, Ready in 8 Minutes)
Air fryer shrimp is the quickest, most delicious seafood dinner you can make. Juicy, tender shrimp with crispy edges in just 8 minutes — tossed in garlic butter and ready to devour.
Why This Recipe Works
- ✅ Done in 8 minutes flat
- ✅ Juicy inside, slightly crispy outside
- ✅ Works as appetizer, main, or taco filling
- ✅ Minimal cleanup
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley to garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Pat shrimp dry. Toss with melted butter, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper.
Step 2: Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 2 minutes.
Step 3: Arrange shrimp in single layer. Cook 4 minutes, flip, cook 3-4 more minutes until pink and slightly curled.
Step 4: Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Serving Ideas
- 🌮 Shrimp tacos with slaw
- 🍝 Over pasta with garlic butter sauce
- 🥗 On top of Caesar salad
- 🍚 With fried rice
FAQs
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes! Thaw under cold water for 5 minutes first, then pat dry. Follow the same recipe.
How do I know shrimp is cooked?
Shrimp is done when it turns pink and opaque, and curls into a C shape (not a tight O — that means overcooked).
