Cajun shrimp in air fryer is a super simple recipe that has bags of flavor. No breading or flour is used. It is a keto friendly delightful shrimp appetizer or main.
I love Cajun seasoning. It is spicy and so delicious. I use it as a dry rub for both chicken and seafood dishes.
Shrimp is so easy to cook well in the air fryer. No need for loads of oil and the spice in the marinade goes so well with its naturally sweet taste.
You may also like these lemon pepper garlic shrimp in air fryer, delicious coconut shrimp in air fryer.
Ingredients:
1. Shrimp
2. Cajun seasoning
3. Minced garlic
4. Olive oil
5. Salt (optional)
Variations:
The recipe is keto friendly and dairy free.
You can skip garlic if you don’t like it though I highly recommend using it for a lovely flavor.
You can also lower the quantity of Cajun spice in case you prefer less spice.
FAQs
Shrimp can be made perfectly juicy and cooked in the air fryer with barely any oil use.
Do not stack shrimp or they will undercooked in parts and overcooked in others. Always lay them in one layer in air fryer.
You can cook frozen shrimp in preheated air fryer at 390 F or 200 C for about 10 minutes. Subsequently you can serve them as you like.
Stepwise Pictures
Assemble all the ingredients together.
Marinate deveined and cleaned shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic and Cajun spice along with some salt (optional).
Rub this mix all over the shrimp so that each one is well covered.
Marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour in fridge.
Pre heat air fryer at 360 F or 180 C for 4 minutes.
Lay the marinated shrimp in one layer on the air fryer basket. You could use parchment paper to line the basket for easier clean up.
Air fry at 360 F or 180 C for about 5-6 minutes. I don’t look overcooked shrimp so this time works for the medium shrimp that I used.
For larger or jumbo shrimp you may need from 8-10 minutes in the air fryer. It will also vary depending upon your air fryer model. So do keep an eye on it.
Your air fryer cajun shrimp are ready to eat. Enjoy them with a salad for a low carb meal or with rice or pasta. It is delicious.
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📖 Recipe Card
Air fryer Cajun Shrimp
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb. shrimp or 500 gm.
- 1.5 tbsp. Cajun spice
- 1 tbsp. minced garlic
- 1.5 tbsp. olive oil
- ½ tsp. salt optional
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Instructions
- Marinate deveined and cleaned shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic and Cajun spice. Rub this mix all over the shrimp so that each one is well covered.
- Marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour in fridge.
- Pre heat air fryer at 360 F or 180 C for 5 minutes.
- Lay the marinated shrimp in one layer on the air fryer basket. You could use parchment paper to line the basket for easier clean up.
- Air fry at 360 F or 180 C for about 5-6 minutes. I don’t look overcooked shrimp so this time works for the medium shrimp that I used.
- For larger or jumbo shrimp you may need from 8-10 minutes in the air fryer. It will also vary depending upon your air fryer model. So do keep an eye on it.
- Your succulent and delicious Cajun shrimp are ready to serve. Enjoy this low carb appetizer or main.
- I often pair them with rice, pasta or noodles for a meal. You can have with salad if you are on a keto or low-carb diet.
Notes
2. Vary the quantity of Cajun spice depending upon how much spice you like. This recipe is moderately spicy.
3. You can skip minced garlic but I strongly recommend using it for a wonderful flavor.
4. Always watch towards the end of cooking time to ensure that your shrimp don’t end up being overcooked.
5. The shrimp is nice and juicy after air frying.
6. You can use parchment paper to line your air fryer basket for easier cleanup.
7. Do watch the video for a better understanding.
Nutrition
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Jeanne @ Cooksister says
Mmmm, shrimp always makes a meal feel like a special occasion! I love the combo of cajun flavours and the sweetness of shrimps - defnitely bookmarking this one!
Rachna says
Thank you Jeanne!
Olive says
Simply wonderful. I am drooling just by going over these cajun shrimps. Looks really delicious.
Rachna says
Thanks Olive
Beth says
My daughter and I are going to love this shrimp recipe! Looks so delicious and juicy. I’m so excited to give this recipe a try! Looks amazing!
Rachna says
Thanks Beth. My kids love them too.
Dannii says
I love anything with Cajun spices and these look deliciously crispy.
Rachna says
Thanks Dannii!
Anaiah says
This was such a quick and easy way to make cajun shrimp. I love using my air fryer. They turned out delicious and had the perfect amount of seasoning!
Rachna says
So happy to hear Anaiah. Thank you for sharing.
Margaret says
These shrimp look yummy. I can’t wait to try the recipe. Maybe a surf and turf supper.
Rachna says
Sure.
Cindy says
This looks and sounds wonderful, can’t wait to try this recipe!
Rachna says
Thanks so much