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air fryer parmesan calamari

Air fryer parmesan calamari (squid)

An easy recipe to make delicious parmesan-encrusted calamari in the air fryer fast.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Courses
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 584 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb calamari (450g)
  • 1/2 cup of flour
  • 1-2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
  • 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika (optional)
  • 1 lemon for decoration
  • pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Lay the calamari out on a paper towel and pat them dry.
  • Create a breading station for the squid with 3 bowls.
  • In the 1st bowl add the flour.
  • In the 2nd bowl whisk together the egg with the salt and pepper.
  • In the 3rd bowl add the breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional spices.
  • First dip the calamari in the flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally dip in the breadcrumbs and parmesan mix.
  • Spray the oil in your air fryer basket and preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Spread the calamari into the air fryer basket and set the time to 4-6 minutes.
  • Open the air fryer to see if they are crispy enough for you, and heat them for a couple more minutes if you wish.
  • Decorate with a slice of lemon and serve while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 584kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 25gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 256mgSodium: 580mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Please note: We are not certified nutritionists and these estimates written and produced for entertainment purposes only.