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Crispy Air Fryer Banana Peppers Recipe

4 from 33 reviews

Enjoy crispy, flavorful banana peppers made effortlessly in the air fryer, perfect as a tasty snack or appetizer with a hint of garlic and sea salt seasoning.

Ingredients

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For the Banana Peppers:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 lb fresh banana peppers, sliced and seeds removed
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Seasoned Flour• In a medium bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.• Stir until evenly mixed.
  2. Step 2: Slice and Dry the Peppers• Remove seeds and slice banana peppers into even coins.• Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  3. Step 3: Coat the Banana Peppers• Toss pepper slices in seasoned flour.• Let sit for 5 minutes to help coating adhere.
  4. Step 4: Preheat the Air Fryer• Preheat air fryer to 350°F.
  5. Step 5: Arrange and Spray• Place peppers in a single layer in the basket.• Spray lightly with olive oil on both sides.
  6. Step 6: Air Fry• Cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway.• Remove when golden and crisp.
  7. Step 7: Cool and Serve• Transfer to paper towels.• Let cool 5 minutes before serving with ranch dressing.

Notes

  • Letting the coated peppers sit for 5 minutes helps the flour adhere better.
  • Letting the peppers cool for 5 minutes before serving enhances crispiness.

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