Description
Succulent garlic parmesan shrimp emerges from air fryer magic with crispy golden edges and rich herbal notes. Seasoned seafood lovers will savor Mediterranean flavors in minutes without complicated kitchen techniques.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) shrimp, frozen, thawed, shelled, and deveined
- ½ cup fresh shredded Parmigiano Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp minced garlic
Instructions
- Preparation: Pat thawed shrimp completely dry with paper towels and transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Seasoning: Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over shrimp, then add garlic powder, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Thoroughly coat each shrimp by gently tossing and massaging the seasonings.
- Air Frying: Arrange seasoned shrimp in a single layer within the air fryer basket, ensuring no overcrowding. Set air fryer temperature to 360°F and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping shrimp halfway through to achieve uniform golden-brown crispiness.
- Doneness Check: Observe shrimp for a delicate golden color and slight crispness, indicating perfectly cooked seafood. Avoid overcooking to maintain tender texture.
- Serving: Immediately remove shrimp from air fryer and plate alongside preferred accompaniments such as cocktail sauce, herb-infused pasta, or a vibrant garden salad for a complete culinary experience.
Notes
- Dry Thoroughly: Pat shrimp completely dry to achieve crispy, golden exterior and prevent steaming in the air fryer.
- Maximize Flavor Coating: Massage seasonings gently but thoroughly to ensure each shrimp is evenly and completely covered with garlic, Parmesan, and oil.
- Prevent Overcrowding: Arrange shrimp in a single layer without touching to guarantee even cooking and perfect crispy texture.
- Watch Cooking Time Carefully: Monitor shrimp closely during last few minutes to prevent overcooking, which can make them tough and rubbery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg