Grilled Shrimp Skewers (Air Fryer or Grill)
These grilled shrimp skewers are cooked perfectly in an air fryer or grill. They make a delicious meal with minimal effort.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 60kcal
Ingredients
- 8 pieces large shrimp deveined and tails intact
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon BBQ seasoning
- 1 medium fresh lemon
- kosher salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- olive oil spray optional
Instructions
- Pre-heat Air Fryer, using the “Grill” function with an automatic temperature set at 400°F (205°C). Set at 8 minutes. NOTE: If your appliance doesn't have that function, manually set the temperature to 400°F (205°C). For a grill, preheat it to about 400°F.
- Season shrimp with salt, black pepper, and BBQ seasoning. Marinate for about 15 minutes. Set aside.
- Cut vegetables - red onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper into 8 equal chunks.
- Get one bamboo skewer. Insert red onion, shrimp, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Do this again to complete one set with 2 shrimp on each skewer. Makes a total of 4 sets.
- Gently transfer skewered shrimp and vegetables onto Air Fryer tray (or onto preheated grill). Slightly spray with olive oil, if using. Slowly insert tray into the middle cooking chamber, near the rotisserie catch.
- Turn food half-way through (4 minutes for air fryer or 3 minutes for grill). No need to wait for the “turn food” reminder provided by the Air Fryer. See tips or notes when turning food.
- Wait for the timer to end and the Air Fryer to stop before opening the oven door or once shrimp and vegetables are fully cooked, press “cancel” from the Air Fryer settings.
Notes
This Air Fryer recipe was tested on an Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven. Not all Air Fryers cook the same way. It’s best to keep watch during your initial tests after purchasing.
You’ll need 8” bamboo skewers.
TIPS:
If you will not close the door while turning the bacon-wrapped shrimp, the Air Fryer temperate might change. Close the door after removing the Air Fryer tray and while turning the food.
Soak bamboo skewers in cold water at least 15 minutes. Thoroughly dry with paper towel before using.
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2156IU | Vitamin C: 128mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg