Easy Jumbo Shrimp In Air Fryer Recipe

You’ll need four ingredients and six minutes to make these juicy jumbo shrimp in air fryer! So fabulous as an appetizer or a meal, you’ll love how tender and flavorful they are.

Spicy and with a hint of fresh citrus, these jumbo shrimp in air fryer are always a crowd pleaser! Try them as an appetizer for your next game night, or make them the star of a light and summery meal - either way, they will impress.

The best thing about cooking jumbo shrimp in the air fryer rather than the stovetop is how tender and juicy it makes them. Air frying means passing hot air around the shrimp rather than heating through contact, so they cook evenly, sealing the shrimp’s natural juices into the meat.

You’ll love how these air fryer jumbo shrimp have a perfect crunch outside while remaining tender and soft on the inside. Excellent served with your favorite dipping sauce, rice, and salsa for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients you’ll need to make large shrimp.

**Find the full list of ingredients along with the recipe instructions at the end of this post**

Raw jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined). Fresh or frozen shrimp work well. If you’re buying fresh shrimp, give them a sniff and avoid buying shrimp that smells like ammonia, which indicates they are not fresh. Frozen shrimp are often the best option to guarantee freshness.

Olive oil. The base of your marinade, olive oil, helps the flavors permeate the shrimp and stops them from sticking. You can also use canola oil.

Chili-lime seasoning. You can buy chili-lime seasoning in the grocery store or online. To make your chili-lime seasoning, combine chili powder (or paprika for less spice), lime zest, cumin, cayenne pepper, garlic and onion powder, sugar, coriander, and salt to taste.

Garlic powder. Garlic powder is brilliant because it makes this recipe so simple! But, of course, you can substitute for fresh minced garlic if you prefer.

Tools used to make the recipe.

• Large bowl
• Air fryer
• Instant meat thermometer
• Chefs knife or paring knife (if using shell-on shrimp)

How to season large shrimp for air frying

To season air fry jumbo shrimp, combine the herbs, spices, and olive oil in a large bowl, and then toss to coat. The olive oil will ensure that the seasoning sticks. 

If you are using frozen shrimp, it’s a good idea to defrost them before seasoning, as this means that the rub will permeate the skin and stick more easily.

How to cook raw jumbo shrimp in air fryer

Seasoning the shrimp: in a large bowl, add the shrimp, olive oil, chili lime seasoning, and garlic powder, and toss to coat the shrimp.

Air frying shrimp: transfer the shrimp to the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook to 370ºF for 3 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

Serving: Remove from the basket and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Recipe tips

• If you are using frozen shrimp, defrost them before seasoning. Place the unopened bag of shrimp in a bowl of cold water, and weigh it down with a plate. Let them sit for 15-40 minutes until defrosted.
• Use a meat thermometer to check the temperature of your shrimp before serving. Insert it into the thickest part of the flesh, and check for a temperature of 145°F.
• Always lay out the shrimp in a single layer, and allow enough space around them to flow the hot air.

How long to cook jumbo shrimp in air fryer

Air frying raw shrimp only takes around 6 minutes! Preheat your air fryer to 370°F and cook the shrimp for 3 minutes on each side.

Your air fryer model and the shrimp size will influence the cooking time, so it’s safest to use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 145°F before serving.

What to serve air fried shrimp

This jumbo prawn recipe is incredible as part of a game day platter! 

Serve them alongside other delicious foods your guests can easily pick up and eat with their hands. For example, try these tender air fryer cajun chicken drumsticks, a platter of crispy BBQ cauliflower wings and dipping sauce, and show-stealing air fryer sausage and shrimp kabobs.

How to store shrimp

To store leftover air fry shrimp in the fridge, put them in an airtight container and move them to the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking (so bacteria won’t have a chance to grow). Then, make sure you eat them within 3-4 days.

To freeze, layout the shrimp on a baking sheet and freeze overnight, then transfer to a Ziploc bag (this prevents the shrimp from sticking together). You can store them safely in the freezer for 4-6 months.

How to reheat cooked jumbo shrimp

To reheat jumbo shrimp air fryer, heat the fryer to 300°F, then lay the shrimp out in a single layer in the basket. Heat them for around 2 minutes on each side. If you heat from frozen, allow an additional 5-8 minutes.

To reheat cooked shrimp in the oven, preheat to 300°F and put the shrimp in a loose foil package. Put the package in the oven on a baking tray, and cook for around 15 minutes.

On the stovetop, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat on the stovetop and then add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp is warm all the way through.

Always use a meat thermometer to check that the shrimp have reached 145°F before eating them.

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