A quick and easy recipe for perfectly cooked peel and eat shrimp using an air fryer. These shrimp are seasoned with garlic, lemon, and Old Bay seasoning for a flavorful appetizer or snack.
1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to mix well.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss until all shrimp are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even cooking.
Cook the shrimp in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 7 to 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping. The shrimp should be pink and opaque when done.
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving bowl. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing.