Air Fryer Shrimp / Prawns — Temperature and Time
Shrimp / Prawns in the air fryer at 200°C (392°F) takes 6–8 minutes.
Cooking Times
| Variant | Temp °C | Temp °F | Time (min) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium (31–40/lb) | 200 | 392 | 5–6 |
| Large (21–30/lb) | 200 | 392 | 6–8 |
| Jumbo (16–20/lb) | 200 | 392 | 7–9 |
| Frozen medium–large | 180 | 356 | 8–10 |
| Breaded / panko | 195 | 383 | 8–10 |
Safe internal temperature: 63°C (145°F).
Tips
- Pat completely dry before cooking — moisture causes rubbery texture
- Single layer only — no overlapping
- Cook from frozen at 180°C, not 200°C
- Pull at loose C shape — tight O means overcooked
- Use 21–30/lb (jumbo) size — smaller sizes overcook before browning
- Apply sauces after cooking, not before
- Preheat basket 2–3 min before adding shrimp