These easy Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers are packed with bold flavors from garlic, ginger, and the perfect touch of heat. Delicious for a quick dinner, these sweet and spicy shrimp skewers pair well with almost any side you love.
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- ❤️ Why You'll Love This Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers
- 🛒 Ingredients for Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers
- 🔪 How to Make Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers
- ☑️ Storage Instructions
- 🍴 What to Serve with Asian Air Fryer Shrimp
- 💡 Tips for Making Shrimp in the Air Fryer
- 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
- Are Asian Shrimp Skewers Low Carb?
- Can I Use Frozen Shrimp?
- Why Are My Shrimp Sticking to The Air Fryer Basket?
- How Spicy are These Skewers?
- Why Are My Shrimp Tough?
- What Type of Skewers Should I Use?
- 🍽️ More Air Fryer Dinners
❤️ Why You'll Love This Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers
- Bold spicy sweet classic Asian flavors
- Quick and easy dinner
- No need to use your outdoor grill
- Pairs with just about any side dish
There’s just something about food on a skewer that makes it taste even better, and these Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers are no exception. Coated in a mouthwatering glaze, each juicy shrimp has a tasty punch of sweet and spicy flavor that’s irresistible. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, they come out tender, juicy, and bursting with classic Asian-inspired flavors.
As a main course, they pair wonderfully with cauliflower rice, a fresh salad, or roasted veggies. They are also great served as a hearty appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce. And since there’s no need to fire up the grill, you can enjoy them any time of year.
🛒 Ingredients for Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers
- Shrimp
- Liquid aminos
- Sambal
- Sugar-free honey
- Sriracha
- Toasted sesame oil
- Garlic
- Ginger
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
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🔪 How to Make Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers
Add the Sambal, liquid aminos, sugar-free honey, Sriracha, toasted sesame oil, garlic and ginger in a small mixing bowl.
Whisk to combine.
Add the shrimp to a separate bowl.
Pour the mixture over the shrimp and toss to combine, making sure all the shrimp are covered.
Cover and allow the shrimp to marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes. If you’re using wooden skewers, this is also a good time to submerge your skewers in water to help prevent them from burning.
After 30 minutes, preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes. Add the shrimp to the skewers and save any remaining marinade.
Air fry them @ 400°F for 4 minutes. Brush the remaining marinade over the tops and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes or until cooked through.
☑️ Storage Instructions
Fridge: Store any leftover shrimp skewers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They can be enjoyed cold or reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes.
Freezer: Though best when freshly made, you can freeze these shrimp skewers if needed. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze individually, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag. They’ll keep well for up to 2 months. When ready to eat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the air fryer until warmed through.
🍴 What to Serve with Asian Air Fryer Shrimp
Any veggie of you choice will pair well with this recipe. For inspirations, here are some of my favorite side dishes that go great with these Asian flavors:
💡 Tips for Making Shrimp in the Air Fryer
- Use easy-peel: You'll make things much easier if you buy easy-peel shrimp. They are already split and will slide off with little effort. You can also buy them already peeled and deveined.
- Always preheat the air fryer: Just like with a regular oven, preheating your air fryer helps ensure even cooking.
- Don't skip the marinade: To ensure your shrimp have deep, robust flavor, allow them to marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.
- Avoid overcrowding: For anything to cook properly in an air fryer, you need to make sure to add it in a single layer in the basket or tray.
- Choose the right size shrimp: Keep in mind that shrimp shrink when cooked. If serving them for dinner, you’ll want large or jumbo-sized shrimp.
- Check for doneness: Some air fryers cook faster than others, so keep an eye on the shrimp to avoid overcooking. They cook quickly!
🔄 Substitutions and Additions
- Liquid aminos: Swap with coconut aminos for a slightly milder, savory taste.
- Sugar-free honey: Swap the honey for sugar-free maple syrup.
- Sriracha: Substitute with a little hot sauce if you can't find sriracha.
- Toasted sesame oil: Regular sesame oil works well if toasted isn’t available.
- Vegetables: Add keto-friendly veggies like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini to the skewers for extra flavor.
- Sesame seeds: A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds gives a nice crunch and pairs well with Asian flavors.
- Fresh herbs: Garnish with sliced green onions or cilantro for a fresh pop of color.
- Lime zest or juice: A little lime zest or a squeeze of lime juice over the skewers just before serving brightens the flavors.
- Crushed nuts: Garnish with crushed macadamia nuts or almonds for a subtle crunch that pairs nicely with the shrimp.
Are Asian Shrimp Skewers Low Carb?
Yes! These Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers are low carb, Shrimp are naturally low carb and I used all sugar-free ingredients in the glaze.
Can I Use Frozen Shrimp?
Absolutely. Just make sure to fully thaw and pat the shrimp dry before marinating to help the flavors stick and avoid excess water in the marinade.
Why Are My Shrimp Sticking to The Air Fryer Basket?
To prevent sticking, lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray before adding the skewers, and leave space between them for even airflow.
How Spicy are These Skewers?
These skewers have a medium heat level due to the sambal and Sriracha. If you prefer less spice, simply reduce or omit the Sriracha.
Why Are My Shrimp Tough?
Shrimp can become tough if overcooked, so keep a close eye on the time. They generally need about 4 minutes per side; any longer and they might lose their tender texture.
What Type of Skewers Should I Use?
Both wooden and metal skewers work well. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 20 minutes before cooking to prevent them from burning in the air fryer.
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Air Fryer Asian Shrimp Skewers
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined & tails on
- 3 tablespoons liquid aminos
- 1 ½ tablespoons Sambal
- 1 ½ tablespoons sugar-free honey
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Add the Sambal, liquid aminos, sugar-free honey, Sriracha, toasted sesame oil, garlic and ginger in a small mixing bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Add the shrimp to a separate bowl. Pour the mixture over the shrimp and toss to combine, making sure all the shrimp are covered.
- Cover and allow the shrimp to marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes. If you’re using wooden skewers, this is also a good time to submerge your skewers in water to help prevent them from burning.
- After 30 minutes, preheat your air fryer for 5 minutes.
- Add the shrimp to the skewers and save any remaining marinade.
- Air fry them @ 400°F for 4 minutes. Brush the remaining marinade over the tops and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes or until cooked through.
*Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.
*Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.
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