Air Fryer Shrimp

Crispy, juicy shrimp, cooked to perfection in your air fryer. This recipe is so easy to follow, you'll be making it on repeat.

Air fryers have become all the rage in recent years, and for good reason. They're a quick, easy, and healthy way to cook your favorite foods. But what's the best way to cook shrimp in an air fryer? We've done the research and testing, and we've come up with the perfect recipe for crispy, juicy shrimp that will make you forget all about deep frying.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup cornstarch

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cornstarch. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Spread the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and crispy. Shake the basket halfway through cooking.
5. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Why It Works

• The cornstarch helps to create a crispy coating on the shrimp.
• The high heat of the air fryer cooks the shrimp quickly, so they stay juicy and tender on the inside.
• Shaking the basket halfway through cooking helps to ensure that the shrimp cook evenly.