Description
Air Fryer Parmesan Crusted Shrimp is a delicious seafood dish that combines the rich flavors of Parmesan cheese with succulent shrimp, offering a healthier alternative to traditional frying methods.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large shrimp: peeled and deveined
- ¼ cup mayonnaise: for creaminess and coating
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese: for cheesy flavor
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder: for garlic flavor
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika: for smokiness
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano: for herbiness
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the peeled and deveined shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Coat each shrimp in the Parmesan mixture, ensuring all sides are covered, and place on a flat plate.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook the shrimp for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the coating.
- Leftover shrimp can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Shrimp, Parmesan, Appetizer, Seafood