Description
Crispy Air Fryer Banana Pepper Coins are a delightful and easy-to-make snack featuring fresh banana peppers coated in a seasoned flour mixture and air fried to golden perfection. This recipe offers a savory, crunchy treat that pairs well with dips or as a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tsp sea salt
Fresh Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh banana peppers or sweet peppers, sliced and seeds removed
Other
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare the flour mixture: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure the spices are evenly distributed within the flour.
- Coat the peppers: Slice the fresh banana peppers into coins and remove the seeds. Add the sliced peppers to the bowl with the flour mixture and toss well to evenly coat all pieces.
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3-5 minutes to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Arrange the peppers: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the coated banana pepper coins in a single layer inside the basket, making sure they are not overcrowded for maximum crispiness.
- Air fry the peppers: Cook the peppers at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes. Halfway through cooking, about at 6 minutes, shake the basket gently or flip the pepper coins to promote even browning and crispness.
- Check and serve: Once the peppers are golden and crispy, remove them from the air fryer. Let them cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy on their own as a crunchy snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double coat the pepper coins by dipping them in a beaten egg before coating them in the flour mixture.
- You can substitute banana peppers with sweet bell peppers if preferred.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste by adding paprika or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispness. Leftovers may lose some texture when refrigerated.
