Hey there seafood lovers! Today, I’m gonna show you exactly how to cook those yummy SeaPak popcorn shrimp in your air fryer. Trust me, once you try this method, you’ll never go back to traditional frying or baking!
Quick Answer
For perfect SeaPak popcorn shrimp in an air fryer:
- Temperature: 390°F
- Cooking time: 7-8 minutes
- Amount: 15 pieces per batch
- Flip halfway through cooking
What You’ll Need
- SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp (frozen)
- Air fryer
- Cooking spray (optional)
- Your favorite dipping sauces
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
1. Preparation
- Remove desired amount from package
- Keep shrimp frozen (no need to thaw!)
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F for about 3 minutes
2. Loading the Air Fryer
- Arrange shrimp in single layer
- Don’t overcrowd (about 15 pieces per batch)
- Optional: light spray with cooking oil for extra crispiness
3. Cooking Process
- Set timer for 7-8 minutes
- At 4 minutes, shake basket or flip shrimp
- Check at 7 minutes for desired crispiness
- Add extra minute if needed
Pro Tips for Best Results
Do’s:
- Cook in batches for best results
- Shake basket halfway through
- Let sit for 1 minute before serving
- Check internal temp (should reach 165°F)
Don’ts:
- Don’t thaw before cooking
- Don’t overcrowd the basket
- Don’t microwave (seriously, just don’t!)
- Don’t skip the preheating step
Nutritional Info Per Serving (3oz/85g)
| Nutrient | Amount | Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 | – |
| Total Fat | 11g | 14% |
| Protein | 10g | 17% |
| Carbs | 23g | 8% |
| Sodium | 560mg | 25% |
Serving Suggestions
We love serving these crispy little guys with:
- Classic cocktail sauce
- Spicy remoulade
- Lemon wedges
- Tartar sauce
- Fresh coleslaw
Alternative Cooking Methods
If you can’t use the air fryer, here are other options:
Conventional Oven:
- Temp: 450°F
- Time: 10-12 minutes
- Turn halfway through
Deep Fryer:
- Oil temp: 350°F
- Time: 2.5-3 minutes
- Quantity: 30 pieces
Common Questions
Q Can I add extra seasoning?A Heck yeah! Try garlic powder cajun seasoning or lemon pepper before cooking.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350°F.
Q: Can I cook from thawed?
A: Not recommended – cooking from frozen gives best results!
I gotta say, using the air fryer for SeaPak popcorn shrimp is totally game-changing! You get that perfect crispy outside and juicy inside without all the oil of deep frying. Plus, it’s way faster than using the oven.
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Shrimp Serving Size 11 shrimp (85g) Servings Per Container 4 Amount Per Serving
INGREDIENTS: SHRIMP, WHEAT FLOUR, SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: POWDERED EGG WHITES, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE (TO RETAIN MOISTURE), YELLOW CORN FLOUR, SEA SALT, SALT, SPICES, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, DEXTROSE, YEAST, DRIED GARLIC, YEAST EXTRACT, SUGAR, BLACK PEPPER, LEAVENING (SOOIUMACIO PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA), SODIUM BISULFITE (AS A PRESERVATIVE).
SAUCE: WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CHILI PUREE, SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, EGG YOLKS, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE (A MILK DERIVATIVE), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, DISTILLED VINEGAR, EGGS, DRIED EGG YOLK, SRIRACHA SAUCE (RED JALAPENOS, AGED CAYENNE PEPPERS, GARLIC), SALT, ARABIC GUM, XANTHAN GUM, GARLIC PUREE (GARLIC, CITRIC ACID).
CONTAINS: SHRIMP, EGGS, MILK, WHEAT. *Please refer to the label on your SeaPak package for the most current nutrition, ingredient and allergen information.
FOR FOOD SAFETY, QUALITY, AND THOROUGH COOKING, PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. KEEP FROZEN UNTIL READY TO PREPARE.
PRODUCT IS NOT READY TO EAT UNTIL FULLY COOKED TO AN INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 145°F.
CONVENTIONAL OVEN: Preheat oven to 425°F. Arrange product in a single layer on baking sheet and place on middle rack of oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes (full box). For best results, turn product halfway through cooking.
AIR FRYER: Preheat air fryer to 390°F. Arrange product in a single layer in basket. Air fry for 7-8 minutes (half box). For best results, turn product halfway through cooking.
SAUCE: Thaw unopened sauce packet in warm water. Transfer product to bowl and gently toss product in sauce until fully coated. Discard any leftover sauce.
MICROWAVING NOT RECOMMENDED. DUE TO DIFFERENCES IN APPLIANCES, COOKING TIMES MAY VARY AND REQUIRE ADJUSTMENT. CAUTION: PRODUCT WILL BE HOT! *Please refer to the label on your SeaPak package for the most current nutrition, ingredient and allergen information.