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old bay shrimp with lime wedges on a wooden board.

Air Fryer Old Bay Shrimp

When I need to cook a fast dinner on busy weeknights, I really enjoy making this simple air fryer old bay shrimp recipe. It always turns out just right! Loaded with flavor, requires minimal ingredients, and cooks in under 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb shrimp
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • ½ teaspoon old bay seasoning or to taste
  • nonstick spray

Instructions
 

  • Brush the shrimp with melted butter and season generously with old bay seasoning. 
  • Spray your air fryer basket with nonstick spray and place the shrimp in the basket. 
  • Cook at 400 degrees F for 5-6 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
  • Serve with lime or lemon wedges and enjoy! 

Notes

Don't overcook the shrimp, not even for a minute otherwise they will turn out tough and rubbery.
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