**Air Fryer Shrimp and Polenta: A Crispy and Creamy Delight**
? Embark on a culinary journey with our air fryer shrimp and polenta recipe, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Succulent shrimp, coated in a crispy breading and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, pairs harmoniously with creamy polenta, a delightful combination of smooth and crunchy. This dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make, perfect for busy weeknight meals or casual gatherings.
? In addition to the classic shrimp and polenta, we offer a tantalizing array of variations to suit every palate. Spice enthusiasts can opt for Cajun-spiced shrimp or chili-lime shrimp, while those who prefer a milder flavor can enjoy garlic butter shrimp or lemon herb shrimp.
? For a vegetarian alternative, our air fryer polenta fries are a crispy and flavorful snack or side dish. And for a sweet treat, our air fryer apple fritters are fluffy and golden brown, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
? Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions and cooking times, ensuring that even novice cooks can achieve culinary success. So gather your ingredients, preheat your air fryer, and prepare to indulge in a feast fit for royalty. Let's cook!
AIR FRYER SHRIMP
These Air Fryer Shrimp could not be any easier! In just 10 minutes you have perfectly tender and juicy air fried shrimp. Enjoy them as an appetizer or use them in your favorite shrimp pasta or taco recipe.
Provided by Diana
Categories Main Course
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F/205°C.
- Drizzle with olive oil, and add garlic. Season with salt and pepper and toss everything to combine.
- Arrange seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6 minutes in total.
- If you feel they're not cooked through, cook for an additional minute or two but be very careful as you don't want to dry out the shrimp, it can become tough and rubbery.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving
AIR FRYER SHRIMP AND POLENTA
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Lay polenta rounds on a clean work surface. Brush both sides with 1 teaspoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Combine shrimp and tomatoes in a bowl. Add remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil and toss to coat. Use tongs to transfer tomatoes to the basket of the air fryer.
- Cook tomatoes in the preheated air fryer until blistered, about 2 minutes. Transfer tomatoes to a large bowl and smash with a wooden spoon.
- Place shrimp in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes. Transfer shrimp to the bowl with the smashed tomatoes.
- Place polenta rounds in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 15 minutes. Flip and cook until golden brown, 15 minutes longer.
- While polenta rounds are cooking, combine butter, parsley, hot pepper sauce, and lemon-pepper seasoning in a bowl and mix until well combined.
- Divide polenta cakes between 2 serving plates. Spoon tomato-shrimp mixture over top and serve with seasoned butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 200.2 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 808.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
HOT AIR FRIED POLENTA ROUNDS
I love Polenta but to crisp it up, you have to fry it in oil. I didn't like that so when I got my Farberware Hot Air Fryer I promised myself I'd try cooking the Polenta in it. I did today and it was delicious. It's good served with some sort of tomato sauce, even Ketchup is good with it.
Provided by Jo Zimny
Categories Other Side Dishes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- 1. Open the Polenta Roll. With a sharp knife, cut the Polenta in 1/2 inch thick slices. Brush both sides of the slices with oil.
- 2. Spray the basket of the hot air fryer with oil. Heat the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 400'F.
- 3. Place the Polenta slices into the preheated air fryer and cook for 25 minutes. Then flip the slices and cook for another 5-10 minutes.
- 4. Remove the slices and Enjoy!
AIR FRYER FRIED SHRIMP
These air-fryer shrimp are perfectly crispy and easy to make without the hassle of heating up a large pot of oil. Serve with our spicy remoulade, or substitute any of your favorite condiments for dipping.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 55m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the fried shrimp: Spray the basket of a 3.5-quart air fryer with cooking spray and set aside. Pat the shrimp dry between a couple paper towels, then season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper.
- Whisk the flour with 3/4 teaspoon salt and few grinds of pepper in a shallow bowl or baking dish. Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt in another shallow bowl. Add the panko to a third shallow bowl. Dip a shrimp in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess, then dip in the beaten eggs. Dredge in the panko, turning until evenly coated. Transfer to a large plate or a rimmed baking sheet and repeat with the remaining shrimp.
- Preheat the air fryer to 385 degrees F. Working in batches, place some of the shrimp in a single layer in the fryer basket, then spray lightly with more cooking spray. Cook until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through, flipping halfway through, about 10 minutes.
- For the spicy remoulade sauce: Meanwhile, stir together the mayonnaise, pickled jalapenos, mustard, ketchup, hot sauce and scallion in a small bowl until smooth. Serve with the fried shrimp for dipping.
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen shrimp. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them completely before cooking.
- Choose the right polenta. There are two main types of polenta: coarse and fine. Coarse polenta has a more rustic texture, while fine polenta is smoother. For this recipe, you can use either type.
- Season the polenta well. Polenta can be bland on its own, so it's important to season it well. Use salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. If you overcrowd the basket, the shrimp and polenta will not cook evenly.
- Cook the shrimp and polenta in batches if necessary. If you have a small air fryer, you may need to cook the shrimp and polenta in batches.
- Serve the shrimp and polenta with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, and remoulade.
Conclusion:
Air fryer shrimp and polenta is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The shrimp are juicy and flavorful, and the polenta is creamy and cheesy. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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