Frozen Shrimp in the Air Fryer
Frozen Shrimp in the Air Fryer delivers juicy, tender shrimp cooked straight from the freezer, then brushed with spiced butter for a punch of savory heat. A squeeze of lemon and fresh parsley brighten each bite, making it great as a quick appetizer or tossed over pasta or salad on busy weeknights.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
- 2
While the air fryer heats, separate the frozen shrimp if needed and use a spoon to knock off any ice crystals that formed.
- 3
Arrange a single layer of frozen shrimp, about 1/2 pound, in the basket of the preheated air fryer and cook for 4 minutes.
- 4
Stir together the melted butter, seafood seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
- 5
When the timer goes off, brush each shrimp with the seasoned butter, flip them, and brush the other side. Air-fry until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 4 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining shrimp.
- 6
Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
- Calories 216.03 kcal Moderate
- Protein 20.28 g Good Source
- Carbs 9.56 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.6 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 6.73 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 175.13 mg High
- Sodium 427.62 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.76 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.8 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 128.72 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.02 mg Low Source
- Potassium 336.92 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 117.99 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 46.04 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.9 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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