Easy Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 to 5 minutes. While the air fryer is warming up, pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture ensures the butter and spices stick to the shrimp and help them “roast” rather than steam.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Add the dried shrimp to the bowl and toss thoroughly until every shrimp is evenly coated in the garlic butter mixture.
- Place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket; work in batches if necessary. Air fry at 400°F for 6 to 8 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning.
- Once the shrimp are opaque and slightly pink, remove them from the air fryer. Transfer them to a serving plate and pour any remaining garlic butter from the basket over the top. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.