Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Shrimp

Everyone loves Tempura Shrimp. It’s one of my kid’s favorite foods when we go to a Chinese food store. Today I tried my hand at making Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Shrimp in my air fryer, they came out really crispy, and my kids loved them.

Whether or not you grab a box from Trader Joe’s, Costco, or your local grocery store, the cooking instructions will be the same. 

This recipe makes for a great anytime meal, snack, or appetizer, everyone loves it, and since you don’t have to bread it, the air fryer does an amazing job at crisping up the shrimp perfectly! 

If you are looking for some other amazing Snack Foods that you can make right in your air fryer, some of my favorites are: AIR FRYER NAKED CHICKEN TENDERS, AIR FRYER SWEET POTATO FRIES, AIR FRYER BACON WRAPPED JALAPEÑO POPPERS, and AIR FRYER FROG LEGS.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Shrimp

• 1 Package of Frozen Tempura Shrimp (any kind)

How To Make Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Shrimp:

Place the frozen shrimp onto the Air Fryer Basket or on the Tray. Set in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 390 degrees F, air fryer setting, and then flip and air fry for another 5 minutes.

Can You Air Fry Shrimp Tempura?

Yes, you can easily cook any frozen food in the Air Fryer. The air fryer does an amazing job at crisping up the food without the added fat and oil that traditional deep-frying uses.

Depending on your air fryer, you might have to flip it. Otherwise, you can easily toss it in, and it will cook perfectly without any added oil.

Can You Air Fry Tempura Batter?

A lot of people have problems with using wet batters in the Air Fryer. The key really is that you need to make sure that the batter sticks onto the shrimp before placing it in the air fryer basket or on the air fryer tray.

They do sell tools to help you with this process. Two of my favorites are the Air Fryer Silicone Mat and Air Fryer Grilling Pan.

Without a mat, the batter will completely slide off.

Frozen Tempura Shrimp In The Air Fryer

This recipe will work with any frozen tempura shrimp or vegetables that you purchase; the most common are the ones from either Setapak or Trader Joe’s. 

But of course, any brand will work. I picked up a version at my local grocery store, where they are in the frozen case (near the seafood department).

Air Fryer Prawn Tempura

Depending on where you live, they will call the American version of shrimp prawn. This recipe will work the same.

Depending on the size of the prawns, the cooking time will remain the same.

Dipping Sauces For Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Shrimp

If you are looking for quick dipping sauce for your Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Shrimp, here are some of my favorites:

• Kikkoman Tempura Dipping Sauce 

• Best of Thailand Sweet Chili Sauce

• Healthy Boy Thai Variety Dipping Sauce Set (Seafood, Thai Spicy, and Sweet Chili), Product of Thailand (5 Fl Oz)

Other Great Air Fryer Shrimp Recipes-

• BLACKSTONE GRIDDLE RECIPE SHRIMP

• AIR FRYER CHORIZO SPICED SHRIMP TOSTADAS

• AIR FRYER FROZEN COCONUT SHRIMP

• EASY AIR FRYER LEMON PEPPER SHRIMP

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Yield: 2 Servings

Air Fryer Frozen Tempura Shrimp

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Everyone loves Tempura Shrimp. It’s one of my kid’s favorite foods when we go to a Chinese Food store. Today I tried my hand at making them in my air fryer, they came out really crispy, and my kids loved them.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 package frozen tempura shrimp

Instructions

1. Spread them out on the air fryer tray or in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overlap. Otherwise, hey will not cook evenly.
2. Set in the air fryer for 5 minutes at 390 degrees F, and then flip and air fry for another 5 minutes.
3. Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

2

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 29Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 101mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 2g