Description
Succulent Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp sizzles with island-inspired flavors straight from your air fryer, delivering a quick and mouthwatering meal. Crispy, garlicky, and packed with tropical zest, this dish brings Pacific paradise right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Create a zesty marinade by whisking olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl, ensuring each shrimp is thoroughly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Heat the air fryer to 400F (200C) for precise temperature calibration, allowing it to reach optimal cooking conditions.
- Carefully arrange the seasoned shrimp in a single, uncrowded layer within the air fryer basket, maximizing air circulation and promoting even cooking.
- Initiate the cooking process, maintaining a crisp exterior by gently shaking the basket midway through the 8-minute cooking cycle.
- Simultaneously prepare the aromatic garlic butter sauce by melting butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, infusing it with minced garlic until a fragrant essence emerges.
- Incorporate fresh lemon juice into the butter mixture, creating a vibrant and tangy complement to the shrimp’s robust flavors.
- Once the shrimp achieve a golden, slightly crisp texture, transfer them to a serving vessel, ensuring they remain hot and succulent.
- Generously drizzle the warm garlic butter sauce over the shrimp, gently tossing to guarantee comprehensive coverage and flavor distribution.
- Optional garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley, adding a touch of verdant freshness and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by fluffy rice or lemon wedges to enhance the dish’s tropical Hawaiian-inspired profile.
Notes
- Ensure shrimp are patted completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness in the air fryer.
- Select medium-sized shrimp for consistent cooking and best texture, avoiding overcrowding the basket for even air circulation.
- Marinate shrimp briefly with a splash of soy sauce or white wine for enhanced flavor depth and tenderness before air frying.
- Customize the spice level by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne to the seasoning mix for those who enjoy a bit of heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1015mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg