One of the best things that have happened in getting my son to each peas is our air fryer! Out of the blues, he just stopped eating peas, I tried the Air Fryer Crispy Peas using this method, and boom, he loves eating peas again! If you are looking for healthy snacks, then this air fryer crispy peas recipe is for you as it uses less oil when compared with deep frying your peas.
This is a super fast recipe that can be done in minutes! Another plus for the crispy peas is that they can be made with ingredients you already have at home. You can also customize the ingredients to your preferred taste! I have tried adding chilli to mine and I love the added heat.
Ingredients For Air Fryer Crispy Peas
Peas – 1/2 cup. You can use either frozen or fresh peas. I love using frozen peas as it makes the recipe an easy one.
Salt – Pinch to taste.
Garlic powder – 1/2 tsp. The garlic is for added flavor
Olive Oil – 1 tsp. I love adding oil to my air fryer peas as it gives the peas texture, and flavor and also prevents the peas from sticking to the air fryer basket.
Chili – Optional. I only add chili when the Pea is for me.
Onion powder, Paprika, or cayenne pepper
How to make Air Fryer Crispy Peas
Step 1: Get your ingredients ready. If using frozen peas, thaw the peas using either of the following methods.
- In a colander (sieve) add the frozen peas and place them under running water for 30 seconds. This is my go-to method of thawing my frozen peas.
- Place the frozen peas in a bowl and place them in a microwave. Depending on the quantity of the frozen peas, it can take about 1 – 5 minutes. For 1/2 cup of peas, it will take about 1 minute to completely defrost in the microwave.
- Thaw the frozen peas by leaving them out of the freezer – This can take about 30 – 60 minutes.
Step 2: In a bowl, add the seasoning to the frozen peas and give it a gentle mix to evenly mix the seasoning and peas together.
Step 3: Preheat your Air fryer to 170 for 3 minutes
Step 4: Add the mixed peas to the air fryer – no need to spray the basket if you already add oil to the peas. Make sure not to overcrowd them to ensure even cooking an da crispy pea.
Step 5: Cook for 10 minutes. Shake halfway through for even cooking. If you prefer crunchy peas, cook until golden brown.
Once cooked, take the peas out of the air fryer and serve.
How do I store leftover crispy peas?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge, but they may lose some crispiness.
How do I ensure the peas turn out crispy?
Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket, as overcrowding can lead to less crispy results. You may need to cook in batches.
Air Fryer Peas Recipe
Ingredients
- Peas - 1/2 cup
- Salt - Pinch to taste
- Garlic Powder - 1/2 tsp.
- Olive Oil - 1 tsp
- Chili - Optional.
- Paprika, Onion Powder - Optional
Instructions
Step 1: Get your ingredients ready. If using frozen peas, defrost the peas using either of the following methods.
Step 2: In a bowl, add the seasoning to the frozen peas and give it a gentle mix to evenly mix the seasoning and peas together.
Step 3: Preheat your Air fryer to 170 for 3 minutes.
Step 4: Add the mixed peas to the air fryer - no need to spray the basket if you already add oil to the peas.
Step 5: Cook for 10 - 12 minutes. Shake halfway through for even cooking. If you prefer crunchy peas, cook until golden brown.
Once cooked, take the peas out of the air fryer and serve.
There you have your crispy air-fried peas. Let me know your experience when you make this recipe.
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About the Author
I am Seun, and I love to share my first-hand experience using multiple air fryers. Stick around for yummy delicacies made from the air fryer and many amazing tips on using your newfound Kitchen appliance – the air fryer!
