Description
Deliciously crispy and flavorful, these Air Fryer Banana Pepper Coins make a perfect vegetarian appetizer or snack. Coated in a seasoned parmesan panko crust and air fried to golden perfection, they offer a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ideal for entertaining or a quick bite, serve them hot with ranch or marinara dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Banana Peppers
- 2 cups banana peppers, sliced into ¼-inch coins, seeds removed
Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Other
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F and allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the ingredients, ensuring even cooking and crispiness.
- Prepare Breading Stations: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with the all-purpose flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. This setup makes the coating process quick and organized.
- Coat Banana Pepper Coins: Dredge each banana pepper coin first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to help the coating adhere well to the pepper slices.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated banana pepper coins in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap for optimal air circulation and crunch.
- Olive Oil Spray: Lightly spray the arranged pepper coins with olive oil to promote browning and crispiness during air frying.
- Air Fry: Cook at 375°F for 7 to 9 minutes, flipping the pepper coins halfway through to ensure even golden crispness on both sides.
- Serve Hot: Remove the crispy banana pepper coins from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite ranch or marinara dipping sauce for a delicious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Best eaten immediately after cooking to enjoy maximum crunch.
- Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs as substitutes if needed.
