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There is nothing like a great and easy dinner of Air Fryer Garlic and Lemon Shrimp. If you enjoy shrimp, here is one of the easiest shrimp recipes for you to try out. Tender, juicy shrimp that is seasoned with garlic and lemon. 

Many people ask me why I make shrimp in the air fryer, and it comes out with two words.

  • Easy
  • Delicious

You can either air fry this up from frozen or use defrosted shrimp. Either of them will work in the air fryer.

It is one of the best recipes, and it has lots of flavors, and it comes out perfectly all of the time. You can marinate the shrimp with anything. Today, I used a classic season blend of garlic and lemon flavors and came up with this dish.

garlic lemon shrimp in air fryer basket

What is the difference between prawns and shrimp?

Prawn and shrimp are two pretty similar items. Prawn will have longer legs than a shrimp. Both are similar in flavor, but you will find offers a little bit of a different flavor.  

How to Devein Shrimp 

If you purchased shrimp that has not been deveined, it is easy to do. Grab a pairing knife and slice a slit on the backside of the shrimp where the vein is. Then use a toothpick or a piece of a wooden skewer. Use it to lift out the black or brown vein. Gently lift, and it will remove the vein. Then place the vein on a paper towel. 

How to Know When Shrimp Is Done 

Shrimp is done when it is opaque and white. You will find shrimp is white with a slightly pink or red accent. You want to make sure to get your shrimp fully cooked, or it can make you sick.  

Also, you will find that shrimp curls up a bit as it is fully cooked.

How To Make Air Fryer Garlic and Lemon Shrimp

Ingredients:

  • Shrimp
  • Lemon Juice
  • Olive Oil
  • Minced Garlic
  • Salt
  • Parsley

Simple Directions:

  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the shrimp, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dried parsley.
  • Pour into the air fryer basket.
  • Set the temperature to 400 degrees F for 5-8 minutes.
  • Plate, serve, and enjoy!
garlic lemon shrimp in air fryer basket
garlic lemon shrimp in air fryer basket
garlic lemon shrimp in air fryer basket
garlic lemon shrimp in air fryer basket

Some Common Questions Asked About Making Shrimp in the Air Fryer–

Can You Cook Frozen Shrimp in the Air Fryer?

Absolutely, the recipe is the same as below. Just add a couple of minutes to the cooking time. You will enjoy how easy and quick this recipe for you to try out. 

Can You Steam Shrimp in An Air Fryer?

You will actually not steam the shrimp but cook it. In the same, way because you are using a liquid, in the recipe, you will get the same flavor as if it was steamed

How Long Do You Cook Butterfly Shrimp In An Air Fryer?

Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F, air fryer setting, and air fry for about 5 to 6 minutes. Depending on the size of the shrimp will vary in the cooking time. When the shrimp are done, remove and serve up warm and fresh. 

What tastes good with shrimp?

Shrimp is so delicious. With this garlic lemon flavor, I suggest pairing it with some rice, cauliflower rice, etc. Go right ahead and try out whatever sounds best. You could also serve up with some fries, macaroni, and cheese, coleslaw, etc. Feel free to try out whatever you want to go with the shrimp.

Some Other Great Air Fryer Shrimp Recipes–

Shrimp is so delicious. With this garlic lemon flavor, I suggest pairing it with some rice, cauliflower rice, etc. Go right ahead and try out whatever sounds best. You could also serve up with some fries, macaroni, and cheese, coleslaw, etc. Feel free to try out whatever you want to go with the shrimp. 

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Air Fryer Garlic and Lemon Shrimp

Air Fryer Garlic and Lemon Shrimp

5 from 1 vote
Author: ForkToSpoon.com
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
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Total Time: 13 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Description

There is nothing like a great, easy dinner of Air Fryer Garlic and Lemon Shrimp.

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined *thawed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon parsley

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the shrimp, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dried parsley.
  • Pour into the air fryer basket.
  • Set the temperature to 400 degrees F for 5-8 minutes.
  • Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 129kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 183mgSodium: 717mgPotassium: 307mgFiber: 0.03gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

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