Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp

🦐 Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Recipe

📋 Ingredients (Serves 2–4)

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)

• 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese (fresh is best)

• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• Lemon wedges, for serving

Optional Breading (for extra crispiness):

• ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs

• 1 tablespoon melted butter

🔧 Tools Needed:

• Air fryer

• Mixing bowl

• Tongs or spatula

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

Step 1: Prep the Shrimp

1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.

2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

Step 2: Add Parmesan (and optional breading)

3. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and toss to coat.

4. (Optional) For a crispy texture, mix panko with melted butter in a separate bowl, then lightly coat each shrimp in the panko mixture after the Parmesan.

Step 3: Preheat the Air Fryer

5. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.

Step 4: Cook the Shrimp

6. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil or use parchment paper with holes.

7. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches).

8. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Shrimp should be opaque and lightly golden.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

9. Transfer shrimp to a serving plate.

10. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and squeeze lemon over the top.

11. Serve hot with a dipping sauce or over pasta, rice, salad, or in tacos!

🍽️ Serving Suggestions:

• With garlic butter pasta

• Over creamy risotto

• As a taco filling with slaw and avocado

• On skewers as an appetizer

🔁 Storage & Reheating:

• Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

• Reheat: Air fry for 2–3 minutes at 350°F or warm in a skillet.

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