Description
Crispy Air Fryer Banana Pepper Coins are a delightful treat that brings a burst of flavor and crunch to any occasion. These golden, crispy bites are made from fresh banana peppers and coated in a light panko crust, perfect for snacking or serving as an appetizer at gatherings. Easy to prepare in your air fryer, these coins will become a favorite among friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups banana peppers (sliced into ½-inch rounds)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Wash the banana peppers thoroughly, cut off the tops, and slice them into half-inch thick rounds.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for seasoned flour (with salt and pepper), one for beaten eggs, and one for panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each pepper slice first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray and place the coated banana pepper coins in a single layer.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 coins (60g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg