Description
Succulent shrimp dazzle with crispy garlic parmesan coating straight from the air fryer. Quick and elegant coastal flavors mingle in this irresistible dish you’ll crave after the first delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) frozen shrimp, thawed, shelled, and deveined
Seasonings and Spices:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon minced garlic
Liquid and Cheese:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ cup fresh shredded Parmigiano Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Thoroughly blot excess moisture from thawed shrimp using clean paper towels, transferring them into a spacious mixing vessel.
- Drizzle olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the seafood, then generously sprinkle garlic powder, introduce minced garlic, and dust with shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Gently massage the seasonings into the shrimp, ensuring each morsel becomes thoroughly coated with the aromatic mixture.
- Carefully distribute the seasoned shrimp across the air fryer basket, creating a uniform single layer without overcrowding the cooking surface.
- Configure the air fryer to 360°F, allowing the shrimp to crisp and cook for approximately 10 minutes, rotating them midway through the cooking process to guarantee uniform golden browning.
- Monitor the shrimp closely during the final cooking minutes, watching for a delicate golden hue and slight crispiness that indicates perfect doneness.
- Immediately transfer the succulent, fragrant shrimp from the air fryer, presenting them alongside complementary accompaniments like zesty cocktail sauce, al dente pasta, or a crisp garden salad.
Notes
- Dry shrimp thoroughly to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent soggy texture in the air fryer.
- Use fresh garlic and high-quality Parmesan cheese for the most vibrant and rich flavor profile.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure each shrimp cooks evenly and develops a perfect golden-brown exterior.
- Adjust cooking time based on shrimp size – smaller shrimp will cook faster, while larger ones might need an extra minute or two.
- Serve immediately after cooking to enjoy the optimal crispy texture and maintain the shrimp’s succulent interior.
- Experiment with additional herbs like parsley or basil for an extra layer of aromatic freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg