Get ready for a twist on a classic Cajun Shrimp Boil by making this Cajun Shrimp “Boil” in the Air Fryer.
Craving a taste of the Gulf Coast right in your own home? Look no further than the Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp Boil, GAME CHANGER!
This is a mouthwatering seafood feast that captures the bold, zesty flavors of Louisiana cuisine. This meal takes the seafood boil and turns it into an easy shrimp recipe!
Now, I’m calling this Cajun Shrimp Boil in the Air Fryer because technically it’s not being boiled: however, that’s essentially what it is too. What’s a girl to call it?
I’ll let you just enjoy the fact it took me a long time to figure out what to call it because honestly it’s an Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp Recipe, but it has a lot of extra ingredients too.
This recipe is likely not an exact replica of the Louisiana favorite because let’s face it…only the locals can really make it THAT good, but it’s a good alternative for dinner at home!
How do you cook Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp?
Cajun Shrimp Boil is going to consist of several different ingredients mixed in with the shrimp. Once all the ingredients are mixed together, it will be cooked in the air fryer at 390 degrees F for 12 minutes.
This particular meal, it’s going to consist of several different ingredients mixed in with the shrimp. Once all the ingredients are mixed together, it will be cooked in the air fryer at 390 degrees for 12 minutes. Easy!
Why do you need to Par-Boil the potatoes?
I highly suggest par-boiling the potatoes before adding them to this dish. Par-boiling is simply cooking them a little bit, but not the entire way.
This particular article on 3 Reasons Why You Should Par-Boil Potatoes, will be extremely helpful in explaining this. In this article speaks about par-boiling for grilling; however, it is the same for this Cajun Shrimp “Boil” in the air fryer.
In order to do this, simply bring water to boil, and boil the potatoes in a large pot of water until when sliced with a knife they are cut easily but not so soft that they fall apart. This typically takes no more than 5 minutes.
By par-boiling the potatoes, you can be sure that they will come out nice and tender once everything is cooked and provide you with the best results for this meal.
What do you need for Cajun Shrimp Boil in the Air Fryer?
- Old Bay Seasoning
- White Onion
- Medium Size Shrimp, Cooked and Deveined
- Smoked Andouille Sausage
- Frozen Corn on the Cob or Fresh Corn on the Cob (Baby Size)
- Small Potatoes
- Grapeseed Oil Spray
- Aluminum Foil
- Fresh Lemon Wedges (Optional to Garnish)
Why should you use Old Bay Seasoning for Cajun Shrimp “Boil” in the Air Fryer?
For this recipe, you can use any cajun seasoning or spice blend that you prefer; however, we have found that Old Bay Seasoning has the perfect mixture of herbs and spices to truly give this dish that cajun flavor we were going for.
If you prefer, you can also use a Homemade Cajun Seasoning too.
Tips for Making Cajun Shrimp Boil in the Air Fryer:
When using aluminum foil in the air fryer, be sure the food is on the foil to weigh it down. This will keep the foil from touching the heating element when the hot air begins to circulate.
This recipe can be done with fresh shrimp or frozen shrimp, but it does not use cooked shrimp. If your shrimp is not fully cooked, first cook the raw shrimp then proceed with the recipe.
The lemon wedges if used, can be squeezed to add lemon juice to the meal giving it a nice lemon zest before serving.
As always air fryer machines tend to vary in air fryer temperature, this means that you will want to watch closely the first time this is made to find your optimal time and temperature.
When using an air fryer, most cooking time is used as a guide and then will be adjusted based on your machine.
This meal was made in a Ninja Air Fryer with an air fryer basket. If you are using a Ninja Multi-Cooker, use the Air Crisp function of your machine to make this recipe.
More Air Fryer Shrimp Recipes
Air Fryer Shrimp and Vegetables
Cooking shrimp in the air fryer is a great option for an easy main dish that the whole family will enjoy with minimal prep on your part. That’s the best part, right?!
I am now using a Ninja Foodi Air Fryer; however, you can check out a variety of different air fryers in my post on, How to Choose the Right Air Fryer. This is a great Ninja Foodi Recipe!
Cajun Shrimp Boil in the Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 12 Oz Medium Cooked Shrimp Peeled & Deveined
- 14 Oz Smoked Sausage Rope Sliced
- 4 Cups Par-Boiled Small Potatoes Halved
- 4 Mini Corn on the Cobs Quartered
- 1/4 Cup White Onion Diced
- 1/8 Cup Old Bay Seasoning or to Taste
- Grapeseed Oil Spray
- Fresh Lemon
Instructions
- Begin by being sure the potatoes have been par-boiled. We use small potatoes, cut in half for this recipe.
- Once the potatoes are done, combine the remaining ingredients into a large bowl, mixing well.
- Place a sheet of foil into your air fryer, being sure that air is still able to circulate.
- Add in about 1/2 of the mixture on top of the foil to fill the air fryer basket. Note – We used a 4-quart air fryer basket, so we made this amount in 2 batches.
- Once the ingredients are added, spray with a nice coat of grapeseed oil spray.
- Cook at 390 degrees for 6 minutes.
- Open up the air fryer, carefully mix the ingredients.
- Cook for an additional 6 minutes.
- Repeat these steps for the next batch if needed.
- Serve with squeezed lemon juice.
Notes
Nutrition
Have not made the recipe so I didn’t rate but it sounds good What would you suggest as a substitute for the shrimp? And at what point would you add it to the air fryer? Could you make this recipe with raw Italian sausage and how would that affect the instructions. Thanks alot