Read First: Frozen breaded popcorn shrimp comes in two styles: completely cooked and raw. Make sure you know which style of frozen popcorn shrimp you are air frying. This makes a difference in the timing. If you aren't sure, start with the lesser time and you can always add another minute or two to make sure the shrimp is crispy. The extra crunch is always better! Other factors also influence the outcome of how frozen popcorn shrimp cook. They vary in size, coating, pre-cooked or raw, so you’ll have to adjust timing. Smaller batches will cook quicker, and larger batches may need more time.All air fryers are different and some cook much hotter than others. Once you cook your first batch, you’ll know more of what works for your model of air fryer and size of food.Make sure to cook in just a single layer. Cook in multiple batches if needed.
Prep Time1 minutemin
Cook Time9 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Servings: 4Servings
Calories: 307kcal
Ingredients
16oz.(454g)frozen popcorn shrimp
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
Optional for Serving - Lemon slices, your favorite dips(tartar sauce, hot sauce, ranch, BBQ sauce, aioli, mustard, etc.)
Place the frozen popcorn shrimp in the air fryer basket (you do not need to thaw the shrimp beforehand).
Spread in an even layer (make sure they aren't overlapping). (No oil spray needed).
For Pre-Cooked Frozen Popcorn Shrimp: Air Fry at 400°F/205°C for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Check the shrimp and if you need it to be crisper or cooked through more, then add additional 1-2 minutes of air frying time until it's cooked all the way through and crispy to your preference. For Raw Frozen Breaded Popcorn Shrimp: Air Fry at 400°F for 9 minutes, flipping halfway through. Check the shrimp and if you need it to be crisper or cooked through more, then add additional 1-4 minutes of air frying time until it's cooked all the way through and crispy to your preference. For either style of popcorn shrimp - smaller batches will cook quicker, and larger batches may need more time.
Season with salt & pepper if desired. Serve with optional lemon slices and your favorite dips.
Notes
Air Frying Tips and Notes:
Cook Frozen - Do not thaw first.
Shake or turn if needed. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
If cooking in multiple batches, the first batch will take longer to cook if Air Fryer is not already pre-heated. Recipe timing is based on a non-preheated air fryer.
Recipes were tested in 3.4 to 6 qt air fryers. If using a larger air fryer, the recipe might cook quicker so adjust cooking time.
Remember to set a timer to shake/flip/toss as directed in recipe.