Description
Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish featuring crispy, juicy shrimp coated in a savory garlic parmesan mix. Perfectly cooked in an air fryer for a golden, crispy texture with minimal oil, this versatile recipe is ideal as an appetizer, main dish, or protein boost for salads, making it a healthy and delicious choice for busy weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Coating Mix
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp: Rinse and pat the shrimp dry thoroughly to ensure they’re clean and will hold the coating well, which is crucial for achieving a perfect crispy texture in the air fryer.
- Prepare the Coating: In a bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. This flavorful mixture will form an irresistible crust that clings to each shrimp.
- Toss the Shrimp: Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the shrimp and toss gently to keep them moist and infuse fresh flavor before coating.
- Coat the Shrimp: Dip each shrimp into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating. Press lightly to help the coating stick better.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer in your air fryer basket without overcrowding. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, shaking or flipping halfway through for even crispness.
Notes
- Use dry shrimp by patting them thoroughly to maximize crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook shrimp in batches if necessary for even cooking.
- Shake or flip the shrimp halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Fresh garlic and parmesan cheese significantly enhance the flavor.
- Adjust cooking time based on shrimp size—larger shrimp may require an extra minute, smaller shrimp need less to avoid overcooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freeze cooled shrimp individually on a baking sheet before storing in a freezer bag to preserve texture.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-5 minutes to restore crispiness, avoid microwaving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (about 6-7 shrimp)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
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