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air fryer crawfish boil: Juicy air fryer crawfish boil with ruby-red seasoning and crisp edges on a plate.

Ultimate Air Fryer Crawfish Boil - Juicy & Flavorful Dinner

Chef Marcus
Discover this Ultimate Air Fryer Crawfish Boil that brings Louisiana flavor home. Perfect for Air Fryer Dinners with minimal cleanup. Try this juicy, seasoned recipe tonight!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Large mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound crawfish tails peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for coating
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional for extra color

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, toss the crawfish tails with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, minced garlic, lemon juice, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Place the seasoned crawfish in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't overlap for even cooking.
  • Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until crawfish are opaque and lightly charred on edges.
  • Serve immediately with lemon wedges and extra seasoning for dipping.
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