Crispy Air Fryer Artichoke Hearts with Parmesan Crust and Paprika Aioli

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Artichoke Hearts with Parmesan Crust and Paprika Aioli
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterránea
Ingredients: 14 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained and patted dry; 1 cup fine breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 3/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 clove fresh garlic; 2 tbsp fresh parsley

An original air fryer recipe featuring artichoke hearts that are tender inside and crisp outside, coated in a light Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, served with a smoky paprika lemon aioli. Ideal as an elegant yet easy appetizer or starter.

20 minPrep

12 minCook

32 minTotal

4Servings

Vegetarian

Ingredients

Adjust servings

400 g canned artichoke hearts, drained and patted dry (cut por the mitad si son large)
60 g fine breadcrumbs (for a cobertura uniforme)
35 g finely grated Parmesan cheese (for the crust)
1 unit egg (beaten)
30 g all-purpose flour (for the rebozado)
3 g garlic powder
1 g dried oregano
4 g smoked paprika (divided entre cobertura and sauce)
4 g salt (or to taste)
1 g black pepper (freshly ground)
15 ml olive oil (more a poco for rociar)
80 g mayonnaise (for the alioli quick)
15 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 clove fresh garlic (grated or muy chopped)
8 g fresh parsley (chopped, for terminar)

Nutrition facts

per serving

245 kcal

Calories

8 g

Protein

18 g

Carbs

16 g

Fat

4 g

Fiber

14 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

GlutenDairyEggs

Instructions

1
Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for 3 minutes. Meanwhile, pat the artichoke hearts very dry with paper towels so the coating adheres better.
2
On a plate, mix the all-purpose flour with 1/4 teaspoon salt and a pinch of black pepper. In a small bowl, beat the egg. In another bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dried oregano, and 1 teaspoon of the smoked paprika.
3
Coat each artichoke heart in the flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally press into the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture until evenly covered.
4
Arrange the coated artichokes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Drizzle or brush with the olive oil and, if desired, add a little extra oil spray on top for better browning.
5
Cook at 390°F (200°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden, crisp, and heated through in the center.
6
While they cook, make the quick aioli by stirring together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, grated fresh garlic, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, the rest of the salt, and a little black pepper in a bowl.
7
Remove the artichokes from the air fryer, sprinkle with the chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with the paprika aioli on the side.

Chef tips

Drying the artichokes well is the key to a crisp result. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if needed. For an even deeper golden finish, add a very light extra layer of oil spray before cooking.

Substitutions

You can replace the Parmesan with a hard vegetarian cheese if preferred. Parsley can be swapped for chives. For a different twist, use thick yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the sauce, keeping in mind it will change the tang and texture.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Ninja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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