Crispy Air Fryer Banana Peppers Recipe
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.
- Author: Natali
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
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
- Step 1: Prepare the Seasoned Flour• In a medium bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.• Stir until evenly mixed.
- Step 2: Slice and Dry the Peppers• Remove seeds and slice banana peppers into even coins.• Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
- Step 3: Coat the Banana Peppers• Toss pepper slices in seasoned flour.• Let sit for 5 minutes to help coating adhere.
- Step 4: Preheat the Air Fryer• Preheat air fryer to 350°F.
- Step 5: Arrange and Spray• Place peppers in a single layer in the basket.• Spray lightly with olive oil on both sides.
- Step 6: Air Fry• Cook for 8 minutes, flipping halfway.• Remove when golden and crisp.
- 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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