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Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp (No Thaw Needed) in Under 13 Minutes

A pile of perfectly cooked, seasoned air fryer frozen shrimp served on a white plate.
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Cook frozen shrimp directly in your air fryer for a quick, crispy, and juicy result. This minimal prep recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or fast appetizers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb frozen raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tail on or off)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C). This step is important for achieving a crispy exterior.
  2. Place the frozen shrimp in a medium bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and dried parsley.
  4. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the oiled shrimp and toss again until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  5. Arrange the seasoned frozen shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure crispiness.
  6. Air fry for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.
  7. The shrimp are done when they are pink, opaque, and firm to the touch. Cooking time may vary slightly based on air fryer model and shrimp size.
  8. Serve immediately as a quick keto shrimp air fryer snack or main dish.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, toss the cooked shrimp with 1 tablespoon of melted butter and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving.
  • If you are using larger shrimp, you may need to add 1 to 2 minutes to the total cook time.
  • This method works well for both raw and pre-cooked frozen shrimp, though cooking time will be shorter for pre-cooked varieties (check packaging).

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