Air Fryer Shrimp with Garlic & Lemon
Tender shrimp tossed with garlic, lemon, and a touch of paprika, air-fried until golden in 10 minutes. Serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the pan drippings.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 189
- Protein
- 34g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. They should feel tacky, not wet.
Step 2
Toss shrimp with minced garlic, lemon zest, olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Step 3
Spread shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
Step 4
Air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes until shrimp curl and turn opaque throughout.
Step 5
Transfer shrimp to a plate. Squeeze the halved lemon over the top and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer basket (6+ quarts)
- small bowl
- paper towels
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