Description
Enjoy a quick and mouthwatering Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp recipe that delivers a perfect crunchy texture with rich, savory plant-based Parmesan and garlic seasoning. Ready in under 20 minutes, this light and crispy shrimp dish is perfect as an appetizer, main course, or tossed in salads and pasta to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Coating
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup Plant-Based Parmesan (plant-based)
- 3/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if desired)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder (natural)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prep Your Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps the coating stick well and ensures the shrimp cook up crispy.
- Make the Coating Mix: In a shallow bowl, combine plant-based Parmesan (plant-based), panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder (natural), salt, pepper, and any additional herbs or spices you prefer. Mix well to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Coat the Shrimp: Lightly brush each shrimp with olive oil, then dip into the coating mixture, pressing gently to form a thick, even crust. Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Cook the shrimp at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes. Flip them halfway through cooking to ensure an even golden color and crispy texture. The shrimp are done when pink and the coating is golden and crunchy.
- Final Touches and Serve: Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving plate, sprinkle with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch, and serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Make sure shrimp is fully dried after rinsing for the best coating adhesion.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to allow even crisping; cook in batches if necessary.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter and crunchier texture.
- Watch cooking time closely as shrimp cook quickly and can become rubbery if overcooked.
- Spray olive oil lightly after coating to help with browning while preventing sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
Keywords: air fryer shrimp, garlic parmesan shrimp, quick shrimp recipe, crispy shrimp, plant-based parmesan shrimp, easy appetizer
