Chili Lime Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds peeled deveined jumbo shrimp (680 g)
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3/4 teaspoon fine salt (4.5 g)
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1/3 cup chopped cilantro (10 g)
• 1 lime, cut into wedges (70 g)
• 1 tablespoon water, only if needed

Instructions

1. Prepare. Cut and measure all ingredients. Reserve the lime juice and cilantro for the final stage. Keep the main shrimp pieces close in thickness, patting away excess surface moisture when needed for browning.
2. Arrange. Load the sturdy ingredients and measured liquid or oil into the black perforated air-fryer basket. Keep the basket in a single layer with 1 inch between pieces. Work in two batches when needed; crowded food traps moisture and weakens browning. Keep quick-cooking additions out until their directed interval.
3. Cook. Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 4 to 7 minutes. Check at the early point. The decisive cue is opaque curled shrimp with lightly bronzed edges and juicy centers. Remove ready pieces individually instead of waiting for identical color.
4. Finish. Add the lime juice and cilantro. Fold, toss, or thicken gently until the finish is even. Stop when the food shows opaque curled shrimp with lightly bronzed edges and juicy centers; adjust sauce consistency with a small measured liquid addition only if needed.
5. Serve. Divide the main pieces first, then spoon vegetables and sauce around them. Check the thickest portion separately. Serve promptly, keeping any crisp toppings or citrus separate until the plate reaches the table.

Notes

• Use similar-thickness pieces so the finish window stays narrow and the early checkpoint remains meaningful.
• The stated cook allowance includes every pressure release, sauce adjustment, or final thickening interval.
• Refrigerate leftovers promptly in shallow covered containers, and add fresh herbs, citrus, or crisp finishing ingredients only after reheating.

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