Air Fryer Garlic Butter Shrimp
Succulent shrimp tossed in garlic butter and air fried to perfection. Low-carb with 36g protein — ready in under 10 minutes.
PROTEIN 36g
CALORIES 260
P:E RATIO 13.8
TIME 11m
YIELD 3
P:E 13.8
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
1.5 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined 36G PROTEIN
2 tbsp melted butter DAIRY
3 cloves garlic, minced FLAVOR
1 tsp lemon juice FLAVOR
1/2 tsp paprika FLAVOR
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes FLAVOR
Fresh parsley, chopped FLAVOR
Salt and pepper to taste FLAVOR
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Batching: Large or jumbo shrimp are best — small shrimp overcook too easily.
- Reheat: Air fryer at 350°F for 2 minutes. Microwave works but texture changes.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
Toss shrimp with melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
02
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Arrange in air fryer basket in a single layer.
03
HIGH HEAT SEAR
Air fry at 400°F for 5-6 minutes, shaking once, until pink and slightly charred.
04
THE ASSEMBLY
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.