Description
These Best Air Fryer Prawns are a quick and flavorful seafood appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. With a zesty seasoning and a crispy texture, these prawns are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound large prawns, peeled and deveined with tails on
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Garnish:
- lemon wedges
- chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Prawns: In a large bowl, toss the prawns with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Cook the Prawns: Arrange the prawns in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6–8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the prawns are pink, opaque, and slightly crisp on the edges.
- Serve: Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a citrusy twist, add lemon zest to the seasoning.
- These prawns are great with rice, pasta, or as a salad topping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
