Tempura shrimps are great when fried but they're even better cooked in the air fryer. This Air fryer tempura shrimp is light, crispy, and crunchy on the outside, and delicious, tastes just like fried only that it is a little healthier.
Cooking air frozen food in the air fryer is a great way to get that fried taste without all the added fat. Once you learn how to cook frozen tempura shrimp in the air fryer, you will never cook it any other way.
Air fryer tempura shrimp recipe
There are countless recipes you can make in your air fryer, but this one is definitely a keeper! frozen shrimp tempura is a great party appetizer and it will be a hit with your guests. Not to mention, it is so easy to make and only takes a few minutes.
All you need is a favorite brand of frozen tempura shrimp of choice and 5 minutes. You are ready to serve with your favorite dipping sauce. No need to worry about getting the tempura batter right, it's all done for you and your job is to place it in the air fryer, cook and enjoy by yourself or with your family and friends.
What makes this frozen air fryer recipe amazing
- It is quick and easy as using frozen tempura shrimp instead of fresh saves you time and money
- It is a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried shrimp, more importantly, cooking them from frozen in the air fryer means they cook evenly and you wouldn't have to worry about grease or any excess oil.
- Easy light appetizers! They are perfect as an appetizer and can be served on game day, or any other day when you want a quick and easy meal.
- Air fryer tempura shrimp are a healthy, tasty, and convenient way to enjoy your favorite seafood dish, they are unbelievably crispy you would think they were fried
Tools needed
Air fryer: this recipe has been tested in Cosori 5.5L and Instant vortex 5.7 (1700w), you can use any type of air fryer brand you own.
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What you'll need
A pack of frozen tempura shrimp of choice
How to cook tempura shrimp in the air fryer
Preheat the air fryer at 190C/380F for 3 minutes
Place the frozen tempura shrimp in the air fryer basket and arrange them in a single layer so they are not overlapping.
Air fry the shrimp for 5-6 minutes flipping it halfway through the cooking time.
Tips
- Make sure to go for quality frozen food, and also read the labels. Consciously choose food made with good and whole ingredient lists and avoid the ones with artificial flavors or colors.
- Do not stack the shrimps in the air fryer so that they cook evenly and avoid soggy batter. Since it is very easy and quick to make, you can easily make more batches.
FAQs
What is tempura shrimp
Tempura shrimp is a Japanese style of battered and deep-fried seafood. The shrimp are coated in light and crispy tempura batters and then fried until golden brown. You can also make tempura vegetables such as broccoli, kale leaves, and many more
How long to cook frozen tempura shrimp in an air fryer
If cooking pre-cooked frozen tempura then cook for 5-6 minutes at 190C/380F. If cooking at a higher or lower temperature than specified then adjust the cooking time accordingly.
What is the best dipping sauce for tempura shrimp
Tempura shrimp is popularly served with soy sauce or tempura dip however, I prefer to serve mine with sweet chili sauce. That said, you can serve it with any dipping sauce of choice, try the sweet and sour sauce, chili garlic sauce, or even honey mustard sauce. Enjoy!
Can I oven roast them
Absolutely, you can cook them in the oven if you don't have an air fryer. Preheat your oven to 200C/400F, arrange the frozen tempura shrimp on a non-stick baking tray. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, no need to flip them. enjoy!
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Air Fryer Tempura Shrimp
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 12 frozen tempura shrimp
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer at 190C/380F for 3 minutes
- Place the frozen tempura shrimp in the air fryer basket and arrange them in a single layer so they are not overlapping.
- Air fry the shrimp for 5-6 minutes flipping it halfway through the cooking time
Notes
- Make sure to go for quality frozen food, and also read the labels. Consciously choose food made with good and whole ingredient lists and avoid the ones with artificial flavors or colors.
- Do not stack the shrimps in the air fryer so that they cook evenly and avoid soggy batter. since it is very easy and quick to make, you can easily make more batches.
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