These crunchy air fried jalapeno slices are the perfect appetizer or snack for spice lovers. The jalapenos are sliced into rounds, coated in a delicious seasoned breading, and air fried until crispy and golden. Serve them with a dipping sauce of your choice for a tasty kick. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and guarantees a mouthwatering experience.
Ingredients
- 6-8 jalapenos
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the jalapenos into rounds, discarding the stems and seeds. Set aside.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Dip each jalapeno round into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat the jalapeno rounds with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to adhere the coating.
- Place the coated jalapeno rounds in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping.
- Air fry the jalapeno rounds for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
- Serve the crunchy air fried jalapeno slices hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Interesting Facts
Jalapeno peppers are a good source of vitamins C and A.
Air frying is a healthier alternative to deep frying, as it uses significantly less oil.
You can adjust the spice level of these jalapeno slices by removing or keeping the seeds and ribs.