Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp!

🌿 Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Shrimp

🧂 Ingredients:

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

• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder (or 2 fresh garlic cloves, minced)

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)

• Lemon wedges, for serving

🔥 Instructions:

1. Preheat Air Fryer:

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

2. Prepare the Coating:

   • In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil or melted butter.

   • In another bowl, mix together panko, parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley.

3. Coat the Shrimp:

   • Dip each shrimp into the parmesan-panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating evenly on all sides.

4. Air Fry:

   • Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket (do not overcrowd).

   • Cook for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy. Shrimp should be opaque and firm.

5. Serve:

   • Garnish with extra parsley and serve with fresh lemon wedges or your favorite dipping sauce (like garlic aioli or marinara).

✅ Tips:

• For extra crunch: Spray lightly with cooking oil before air frying.

• Frozen shrimp? Thaw and pat dry thoroughly before coating.

• Want it spicy? Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the coating.