Description
This Crispy Air Fryer Banana Pepper Coins recipe delivers a crunchy, flavorful snack or side dish made from fresh banana peppers coated in a seasoned flour mixture and air fried to perfection. Ideal for a quick, satisfying treat with a hint of garlic and a touch of heat, these pepper coins are easy to prepare and capture the perfect balance of crispiness and tender pepper inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tsp sea salt
Main Ingredient
- 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 well to ensure all the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the flour.
- Coat the Pepper Coins: Take the sliced banana peppers with seeds removed and toss them in the seasoned flour mixture until each slice is evenly coated, ensuring a crispy texture once cooked.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) for about 3 minutes to prepare for cooking the pepper coins.
- Arrange and Spray: Place the coated pepper coins in a single layer in the air fryer basket to avoid overcrowding. Lightly spray them with olive oil to enhance crispiness.
- Air Fry the Pepper Coins: Cook the pepper coins in the air fryer at 360°F (182°C) for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Cool and Serve: Once golden and crispy, remove the banana pepper coins from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving as a snack or side dish.
Notes
- Make sure to slice the banana peppers uniformly for even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on the thickness of your pepper slices and your specific air fryer model.
- For a spicier version, leave some seeds on or add cayenne pepper to the flour mix.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch or a spicy aioli for extra flavor.
- These make a great low-calorie alternative to traditional fried snacks.
