Crispy Air Fryer Banana Pepper Coins
Crispy Air Fryer Banana Pepper Coins are a crunchy, flavorful snack that brings the perfect balance of spice and texture to any gathering. Easy to make and utterly addictive!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large banana peppers
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and slice the banana peppers into thick rounds, about half an inch thick for optimal crunch.
- 2. Set Up Your Breading Station: In one bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place the seasoned breadcrumbs.
- 3. Coat the Peppers: Dredge each banana pepper slice in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring full coverage.
- 4. Preheat Your Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for even cooking.
- 5. Cook Them Up: Arrange the breaded banana pepper coins in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through.
- 6. Serve and Enjoy: Carefully remove from the air fryer using tongs. Serve immediately while hot, optionally paired with ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 coins (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg