This super tasty method for making Air Fryer Shrimp is the perfect way to cook flavorful, juicy shrimp every single time – and in just 10 minutes! Tossed in a simple lime and Tajín mix this 3-ingredient shrimp recipe is the perfect thing to serve with salads, grain and noodle bowls, or over a perfectly cooked steak for a simple surf-n-turf!
Looking for more easy air fryer recipes? Why not try my Air Fryer Salmon, Air Fryer Skinless Boneless Chicken Thighs, Air Fryer Chicken Legs, Best Air Fryer Chicken Wings, and my go-to Air Fryer Butternut Squash?
Why This Recipe Works
It cooks juicy shrimp every time: Seriously, you’ll never get rubbery or undercooked shrimp cooking it in the air fryer.
The seasonings are bold but customizable. This shrimp tastes really fresh, bright and slightly spicy, but this recipe can also be used as a blank canvas for any citrus and spice blend combo you like.
It’s super healthy. Cooked in the air fryer the shrimp won’t have any of that excess oil or butter you need to cook it on the stovetop, and without the need to fire up the grill!
Ingredients
- Raw shrimp: Peeled and deveined.
- Lime juice: To add freshness and zing!
- Tajín: This spicy, salty, citrusy Mexican seasoning will really make your shrimp sing, but you can just season them with salt if you can’t find it for sale.
- Cooking spray: Try to choose a pure olive oil spray as the non-stick lining of your air fryer basket can be damaged by some brands, always check the manufacturers instructions if you’re unsure.
Here’s How To Make It
Step by Step Instructions
- Season the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry on a piece of kitchen paper before tossing with the lime juice and Tajin. (photos 1-2)
- Air fry: Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray before arranging the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes at 400F, tossing halfway. Serve immediately. (photos 3-4)
Expert Tips
- Switch up the seasonings. Lemon juice can be used in place of the lime if it would better suit how you’re planning on serving the shrimp.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. This will make slightly soggy shrimp, so is to be avoided!
- Use leftovers for salads. Shrimp never re-heats well, but it is delicious cold so toss any extras into salads and grain bowls for up to 3 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is an easy way to cook shrimp for surf-n-turf, to stuff tacos or a po boy, or to throw into salads or into noodle soups. The possibilities are endless!
No, to safely cook frozen shrimp you need to thaw it first. Plus, the seasonings won’t stick!
Shrimp is so easy to cook because if it is grey, it is undercooked, and if it has turned pink it’s ready!
More Easy Shrimp Recipes To Try
- Easy Sheet Pan Cajun Shrimp and Potatoes
- Crispy Shrimp with Dynamite Shrimp Sauce Recipe
- Creamy Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
- Easy Cajun Shrimp and Rice
- Shrimp Boil Foil Packs with Old Bay Seasoning
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Air Fryer Shrimp
Ingredients
- ½ lb raw shrimp - deveined
- ½ large lime - juice only
- ½ tbsp Tajin - or 3/4 tsp salt or 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry on a piece of kitchen paper before tossing with the lime juice and Tajin.
- Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray before arranging the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 5 minutes at 400F, tossing halfway. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Switch up the seasonings. Lemon juice can be used in place of the lime if it would better suit how you’re planning on serving the shrimp.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. This will make slightly soggy shrimp, so is to be avoided!
- Use leftovers for salads. Shrimp never re-heats well, but it is delicious cold so toss any extras into salads and grain bowls for up to 3 days.
We made these tonight and really enjoyed them! It made a ton of sauce… So next time I might half the recipe… But a great recipe! Thank you!
These were amazing! A company woRthy meal for sure!!
This was amazing! A company worthy meal for sure!!
So glad you loved this recipe! It’s a favorite in our house for sure!
Tacos are my favorite, and this certainly looks like a delicious and filling.