Description
Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp showcases succulent prawns with robust island flavors. Crispy, golden shrimp coated in fragrant garlic butter emerge perfectly from the air fryer, promising a delightful meal you can savor with island-style rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) shrimp, large, peeled and deveined
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate: Whisk olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl, thoroughly coating each shrimp with the seasoning blend.
- Preheat: Set air fryer to 400F (200C), ensuring optimal cooking environment for crispy, golden shrimp.
- Arrange and Cook: Place seasoned shrimp in a single layer within the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 8 minutes, gently shaking midway to promote even browning and crisp texture.
- Prepare Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, sautéing minced garlic until fragrant. Splash fresh lemon juice into the butter, creating a zesty, aromatic complement.
- Finish and Serve: Transfer perfectly cooked shrimp to a serving dish. Lavishly drizzle warm garlic butter sauce over the shrimp, tossing to ensure complete flavor coverage. Optionally garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch. Accompany with fluffy rice or lemon wedges to enhance the Hawaiian-inspired culinary experience.
Notes
- Prevent Overcrowding: Space shrimp individually in air fryer basket to ensure crispy, evenly cooked results without steaming or soggy texture.
- Check Shrimp Doneness: Cook until shrimp turn opaque and pink, reaching internal temperature of 145°F to guarantee food safety without becoming rubbery.
- Balance Garlic Intensity: Adjust garlic quantities based on personal preference, using fresh minced garlic for more robust flavor compared to powdered versions.
- Customize Dietary Needs: Swap butter with olive oil or vegan butter for dairy-free option; use gluten-free seasonings for sensitive diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg