Shrimp
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Air fryer shrimp cooks in a fraction of the time it takes on the stovetop or oven, with no compromise in texture. On this page, find the base recipe that works with any seasoning, plus air frying instructions and timing.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail-on or tail-off)
- Oil spray
- Salt and your seasoning of choice
Steps
- 01If the shrimp aren't already peeled and deveined, do that first. Or buy them pre-prepped and save yourself 15 minutes.
- 02Pat dry with paper towels. Shrimp are wet. Dry shrimp crisp. Wet shrimp steam.
- 03Spray with oil and season.
- 04Ready for the air fryer.
Devein your shrimp even if the bag says "deveined." The dark line running along the back is the digestive tract and it's full of gritty sand. Not every shrimp in a "deveined" bag actually gets cleaned. Run a paring knife along the back and pull it out. Takes 3 seconds per shrimp. Shrimp are done when they curl into a loose C shape. A tight O shape means they're overcooked and rubbery.
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How to Air Fry It
- 01Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- 02Prepare shrimp and season as desired.
- 03Lightly spray the basket and food with oil.
- 04Cook for 8 minutes total.
- 05Flip or shake halfway through cooking.
- 06Check for doneness and serve immediately.
Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.
Recipe Notes
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Meal Prep
Stores 2 days refrigerated. Reheat at 300°F (150°C) for 2-3 minutes max. Overheated shrimp turns rubbery. Better cold in shrimp salad or grain bowls.
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