Frozen Shrimp In Air Fryer: A Quick And Tasty Solution
Frozen Shrimp In Air Fryer
While I might give the illusion that I meticulously plan every meal, reality often begs to differ. In truth, there are times when I find myself improvising a last-minute dinner while stuck in traffic. It’s during such moments that shrimp swoops in to save the day.
My freezer reliably stocks a bag of raw, cleaned shrimp, and believe me, they’ve come to the rescue more times than I can count. Swift, simple, and satisfying, these air-fried shrimp can play the role of a delightful appetizer with the right sauce or take center stage as the main dish when adorning a dinner salad accompanied by a delightful vinaigrette.
How To Cook Frozen Shrimp In Air Fryer
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of frozen raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon of seafood seasoning (e.g., Old Bay®)
- â…› teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon of freshly chopped parsley (Optional)
- 4 wedges of fresh lemon (Optional)
Directions
- Begin by preheating your air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
- While the air fryer heats up, take a moment to separate any frozen shrimp if they’ve clumped together. Use a spoon to gently dislodge any ice crystals that might have formed.
- Once the air fryer is preheated, place a single layer of frozen shrimp (approximately ½ pound) in the cooking area. Let them cook for about 4 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, seafood seasoning, and cayenne pepper to create a flavorful mixture.
- When the initial timer sounds, give each shrimp a brush of the seasoned butter. Then, flip them over and brush the other side as well. Continue air-frying until the shrimp boast a vibrant pink hue on the outside, and the flesh turns opaque. This should take an additional 3 to 4 minutes. Repeat this step with the remaining shrimp.
- Once fully cooked, add a finishing touch by garnishing the shrimp with freshly chopped parsley and optional lemon wedges.
- Enjoy this effortless and delectable air-fried frozen shrimp that can save the day when time is short, and your appetite is ready for a delightful treat.
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Frozen Shrimp In Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen raw shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- ½ teaspoon seafood seasoning such as Old Bay®
- â…› teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley Optional
- 4 wedges fresh lemon Optional
Instructions
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
- While the air fryer is heating, separate frozen shrimp if necessary and knock off any ice crystals that may have developed with a spoon.
- Place a single layer of frozen shrimp, about 1/2 pound, in the cooking area of the preheated air fryer and cook for 4 minutes.
- Combine melted butter, seafood seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
- When the timer sounds, brush each shrimp with seasoned butter, turn over, and brush the other side as well. Air-fry until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 4 more minutes. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
- Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
