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I love how this Air Fryer Garlic Shrimp recipe delivers plump, juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp in minutes. I like to add noodles or rice to make a delicious, easy weeknight dinner. Best of all, I only need 5 ingredients to bring it all together.
Easy Air Fryer Shrimp With Garlic
This easy and delicious garlic shrimp is my go-to for a simple and flavorful weeknight meal. I had leftover shrimp lingering in the fridge, and I wanted to make something that came together quickly but still loaded with flavor. So voila—air fryer shrimp with garlic. This dish can work as a main or an appetizer. I find the simple and bold flavors from the seasoning work well with the tender, air-fried shrimp. I’ve added this seafood recipe to my weekly meal plan, knowing everyone at the dinner table will be thrilled.
Tips for Beginners
- Any shrimp works. I used medium-sized peeled and deveined shrimp. If you use larger or smaller shrimp, you may need to adjust the cooking time by 1-2 minutes. If you use shrimp with the shells on, you may also need to add 1-2 minutes to the final cook time. If using frozen, add 2-3 minutes to the cook time.
- Test for doneness. Raw shrimp is translucent gray in color. Cooked shrimp is an opaque white color with some pink and bright red accents, and should measure 120°F internally when using an instant-read thermometer.
- Change up the flavor. Add ½ cup Parmesan cheese for a savory finish; add 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning for a fragrant boost; or combine 2 tbsp sriracha, 1½ tbsp soy sauce, and the juice of ½ a lime, and add to the shrimp. You can also drizzle the shrimp with the juice of one lemon.
Air Fryer Garlic Shrimp Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb. raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.1 lb. raw shrimp, 1 tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, ½ tsp kosher salt, ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Try not to overcrowd the shrimp or they won’t crisp up evenly.
- Cook the shrimp for 8-9 minutes, until the shrimp has curled up and turned pink, shaking the basket of shrimp halfway through.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer, repeat until all of the shrimp are cooked.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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How to Make Air Fryer Shrimp With Garlic Step by Step
Gather all your ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 5 minutes.
Season the shrimp: Combine 1 lb. raw shrimp, 1 tbsp oil, 3 cloves garlic, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper in a large bowl and mix until well combined.
Cook the shrimp: Lay the shrimp in a single layer in the air fry basket, being careful not to overcrowd the shrimp, or they won’t crisp up evenly.
Cook the shrimp for 8-9 minutes, until they have curled up and turned pink, shaking the basket halfway through the cook time. Repeat until all the shrimp is cooked.
Serve: Serve with your favorite carb for a delicious meal. Enjoy!
How to Store
Store leftover garlic shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze garlic shrimp in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow shrimp to thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
There really aren’t any sides I wouldn’t pair this shrimp with, but I really love the texture of crispy cottage fries in contrast to the tender shrimp. Serve this shrimp on a bed of lemon pasta with a side of Parmesan broccoli for a delicious meal!
More Shrimp Recipes To Try
- Creamy Parmesan Shrimp features juicy, sautéed shrimp in a cream and cheese sauce that comes together quickly and easily.
- In this Bacon Wrapped Shrimp recipe, the brown sugar creates a delicious sweet and savory flavor for the shrimp.
- Garlic Butter Shrimp is easy to make with just the right amount of spice.
