Extra Crispy Air Fryer Stuffed Calamari for Easy Dinners
Make restaurant-quality air fryer stuffed calamari at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for Air Fryer Dinners that are crispy, tender, and ready in minutes.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb cleaned calamari tubes thawed if frozen
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs for coating
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese mixed with breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
- 1 clove minced garlic optional flavor boost
- 1 tsp dried oregano for seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F and prepare calamari tubes by patting them dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, and oregano for the stuffing mixture.
- Stuff each calamari tube with the breadcrumb mixture, leaving space for expansion, and secure the end.
- Brush stuffed calamari with olive oil and place in air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy on the outside.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges or marinara for a complete Air Fryer Dinners meal.