Vieiras empanadas crujientes en freidora de aire

Ingredientes

• 1.5 lbs large sea scallops (U-10/20 size), patted completely dry
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Avocado oil spray or other high-smoke point oil spray

Preparación

1. 1

   Rinse scallops and pat them completely dry with paper towels. Remove the small side muscle if present.

2. 2

   Set up three shallow dishes. In the first, mix flour, 1/2 tsp salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In the second, beat the eggs. In the third, mix panko, Parmesan, paprika, and the remaining 1/2 tsp salt.

3. 3

   Using a dry hand/wet hand method, dredge each scallop in flour, then dip in egg, and finally press firmly into the panko mixture to coat completely.

4. 4

   Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.

5. 5

   Arrange scallops in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch. Work in batches if necessary. Lightly spray the tops with oil.

6. 6

   Air fry for 6-8 minutes, carefully flipping halfway through. The scallops are done when the coating is golden brown and crispy.

7. 7

   Serve immediately with lemon wedges.