Description
This Air Fryer Hawaiian Garlic Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish inspired by the famous shrimp trucks of Hawaii. Juicy shrimp are air-fried to perfection and then tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Serve it as an appetizer or over a bed of rice for a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice (about one lemon)
- Optional garnishes: Chopped parsley and lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, combine the cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and dried basil. Toss the shrimp in the mixture until evenly coated.
- Air Fry the Shrimp: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated shrimp in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they do not overlap. You may need to cook in batches. Air fry for 7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: While the shrimp are cooking, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Stir in the lemon juice and remove from heat.
- Combine and Serve: Once the shrimp are done, transfer them to a large bowl. Pour the garlic butter sauce over the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
- Serve the shrimp over steamed white rice or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal.