Imagine diving into succulent, perfectly seasoned shrimp that are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and ready in less time than it takes to order takeout! This Air Fryer Peel and Eat Shrimp recipe is about to revolutionize your seafood game, transforming a simple ingredient into a restaurant-quality dish that will have your family and friends begging for more. With just a handful of ingredients and your trusty air fryer, you'll create a mouthwatering meal that's not only incredibly delicious but also lightning-fast to prepare.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 18 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 lemon, for serving
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 pound of large shrimp, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning, 1 lemon, and salt to taste.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure it is hot and ready for cooking.
- While the air fryer is preheating, place the peeled and deveined shrimp in a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the shrimp, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Add the Old Bay seasoning and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Toss the shrimp gently until they are well coated with the oil and seasoning.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the shrimp in the air fryer for about 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to promote even cooking. The shrimp should turn pink and opaque when done.
- While the shrimp are cooking, cut the lemon into wedges for serving.
- Once the shrimp are cooked, carefully remove them from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving platter.
- Serve the air fryer peel and eat shrimp hot with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Tips
- Always pat your shrimp dry before seasoning to ensure maximum crispiness and better seasoning adherence.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - this ensures each shrimp cooks evenly and gets that perfect golden exterior.
- Shake the basket midway through cooking to promote uniform cooking and prevent any shrimp from sticking.
- Watch your cooking time carefully - shrimp cook quickly and can become rubbery if overdone.
- For extra flavor, try experimenting with different seasonings like Cajun spice, garlic powder, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature - these shrimp are best enjoyed fresh out of the air fryer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 128kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 24g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 200mg
