Air Fryer Calamari Recipe

This crispy and golden calamari recipe is made in the air fryer, giving you a healthier version of the beloved classic. Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious, these calamari rings are perfect as an appetizer or a main dish!

Ingredients

• cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 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

Directions

Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 400F (200C).

Step 2: In a shallow bowl, place the flour. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. In another bowl, combine the panko bread crumbs, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 3: Coat each calamari ring first in the flour, then dip it in the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the panko mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the crumbs stick well.

Step 4: Arrange the coated calamari rings in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure they do not overlap, and work in batches if necessary.

Step 5: Lightly spray the tops of the calamari rings with nonstick cooking spray. Air fry for 4 minutes at 400F (200C).

Step 6: After 4 minutes, flip the calamari rings over, spray the tops again with nonstick cooking spray, and air fry for an additional 3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving (1/4 of the recipe):

• Calories: 297
• Total Fat: 5g (6% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 1g (6% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 48mg (16% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 728mg (32% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 51g (18% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 1g (2% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 25g (50% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 0mg (0% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 72mg (6% Daily Value)
• Iron: 8mg (43% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 67mg (1% Daily Value)