Best 2 Air Fryer Squid Recipes

Feast your taste buds on the tantalizing flavors of crispy and tender Air Fryer Squid, a culinary delight that combines the irresistible taste of seafood with the convenience of modern cooking appliances. This delectable dish, crafted with the magic of air frying, offers a healthier alternative to traditional deep-frying methods, resulting in a guilt-free indulgence.

Choose from a versatile collection of recipes curated to cater to your culinary preferences. Whether you crave the zesty kick of Lemon Herb Squid, the piquant charm of Chili Lime Squid, or the classic allure of Salt and Pepper Squid, each recipe promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. Dive into the crispy haven of Garlic Butter Squid, where the aromatic embrace of garlic and butter elevates the squid to a new level of deliciousness. And for those who love a spicy escapade, the Szechuan Squid recipe will ignite your taste buds with its fiery allure.

Let's cook with our recipes!

AIR FRYER CALAMARI

Air Fryer Calamari image

Guilt-free crispy air-fried calamari! Serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges if desired.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Tapas

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg
¼ cup milk
2 cups panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound calamari rings, patted dry
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place flour in a bowl. Whisk egg and milk in a separate bowl. Combine panko, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
Coat calamari rings first in flour, then in egg mixture, and finally in panko mixture.
Place rings in the the basket of the air fryer so that none are overlapping. Work in batches if needed. Spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray.
Air fry for 4 minutes. Flip rings, spray with nonstick cooking spray, and cook for 3 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 728.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

AIR-FRYER CALAMARI

Air-Fryer Calamari image

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces cleaned fresh or frozen calamari (squid), thawed and cut into 1/2-inch rings
Cooking spray

Steps:

Preheat air fryer to 400°. In a shallow bowl, combine flour and salt. In another shallow bowl, whisk egg and milk. In a third shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs, seasoned salt and pepper. Coat calamari with flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture and coat with bread crumb mixture., In batches, place calamari in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook 4 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 3-5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

To ensure the squid is crispy, make sure to pat it dry with paper towels before coating it in the breading mixture.
For a more flavorful breading, use a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and paprika.
If you don't have an air fryer, you can also bake the squid in a preheated oven at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve the squid with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, tartar sauce, or lemon-herb aioli.

Conclusion:

Air fryer squid is a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy this seafood delicacy. With its crispy breading and tender interior, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook squid, give this air fryer recipe a try.