Crispy Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Bombs

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Crispy Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Bombs

Description

Crunchy on the outside, gooey and cheesy on the inside—these Crispy Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Bombs are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer. Juicy shrimp wrapped around melty mozzarella, coated in a garlicky Parmesan crust, and fried (or air-fried) to golden perfection. One bite and everyone’s hooked 😍

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined & butterflied

  • 6 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

  • Oil for frying (or cooking spray for air fryer)

  • Fresh chives or parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp
    Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Place a cube of mozzarella inside each butterflied shrimp and gently press closed.

  2. Set Up Breading Station

    • Bowl 1: Flour

    • Bowl 2: Beaten eggs

    • Bowl 3: Panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning

  3. Bread the Shrimp Bombs
    Roll each stuffed shrimp in flour, dip into egg, then coat generously in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture. Press gently so coating sticks well.

  4. Chill (Optional but Recommended)
    Place breaded shrimp in the fridge for 15 minutes—this helps keep the cheese from leaking during cooking.

  5. Cook

    Frying Method:

    • Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

    • Fry shrimp bombs in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.

    • Drain on paper towels.

    Air Fryer Method:

    • Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).

    • Spray shrimp lightly with oil.

    • Air fry for 7–9 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.

  6. Garnish & Serve
    Sprinkle with chopped chives or parsley and serve hot with dipping sauce.

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