Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Large Shrimp (21/25 count), peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp Avocado oil
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch
  • 1.5 tsp Smoked Spanish Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp Cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, minced

Instructions:

  1. Pat the shrimp extremely dry with paper towels to ensure a crispy texture and prevent steaming.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with the avocado oil until evenly coated to create a sticky surface for the spices.
  3. Sprinkle the cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper (and optional cayenne) over the shrimp. Toss vigorously until a vibrant, orange-red paste forms and the cornstarch is fully integrated.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip or shake the basket and cook for another 3 minutes until the shrimp reach a 'C' shape and the coating is crispy.
  6. Garnish with minced fresh parsley and serve immediately.