The Vegan Crispy Air Fryer Banana Pepper Rings are tasty and contain 165 kcal per serving. Takes 25 minutes to prepare these rings. Serve them at lunches, feasts, events, holidays, festivals, get-togethers, or functions. It contains banana peppers, all-purpose flour, salt, unsweetened soy milk, black pepper, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, oregano, and olive oil spray. We may pair this recipe with garlic aioli, BBQ sauce, lentil burger, vegan club sandwich, grilled vegetable panini, chickpea burger, spicy marinara, tofu sandwich, or vegan ranch dip. Keep these Vegan Crispy Air Fryer Banana Pepper Rings in the refrigerator for 3 days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Calories: 165 kcal
- Diet: Vegan
- Course: Side Dish
- Serving Size: 8–10 pepper rings
- Cuisine: American
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Air fryer
- Measuring spoons
- Small whisk
- Tongs
- Cutting board
- Plate
- Mixing bowls
- Knife
- Measuring cups
INGREDIENTS:
- Half tsp salt
- 4 medium banana peppers
- Half cup unsweetened soy milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Half tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Half tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil spray
- Half cup all-purpose flour
INGREDIENT NOTES:
BANANA PEPPERS:
- This is the main component that gives a mild sweet taste with slight heat. They get soft from inside and stay juicy after air frying. You may use sweet mini peppers as per your preference.
ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:
- It helps the vegan milk to stick evenly to the peppers and make the first crispy coating layer. You may use whole wheat flour as an alternative.
UNSWEETENED SOY MILK:
- We use this milk instead of eggs in the recipe. It sticks the breadcrumbs to the peppers and gives a light coating. You may use cashew milk as another option.
PANKO BREADCRUMBS:
- We use them to make the light and crispy coating on the rings. Panko breadcrumbs give the crunchy texture without absorbing extra oil. You may use crushed cornflakes as a substitute.
OLIVE OIL COOKING SPRAY:
- It makes the coating brown evenly and get crispy in the air fryer. You may use sunflower oil spray as per your choice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, wash the peppers properly, remove the seeds, then slice them into half-inch rings.
- Mix flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, onion powder, black pepper, and oregano in the bowl.
- Put the soy milk in second bowl, then include panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Coat the pepper rings in the seasoned flour and dip them in the soy milk.
- Now coat them evenly with the breadcrumbs and put a single layer of the pepeprs in the basket.
- Spray the tops with olive oil and air-fry for 10 minutes at 390°F.
- Flip the rings halfway and spray lightly, then cook again to make them crispy.
- Lastly, serve the rings with your favourite vegan sauce.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
APPETIZER:
- Vegan Ranch Dip
- Garlic Aioli
- Spicy Marinara
- Chipotle Mayo
- BBQ Sauce
BURGERS:
- Vegan Black Bean Burger
- Lentil Burger
- Chickpea Burger
- Beyond Burger
- Mushroom Burger
SANDWICHES:
- Vegan Club Sandwich
- Grilled Vegetable Panini
- BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich
- Tofu Sandwich
- Tempeh Sandwich
MAIN:
- Vegan Mac and Cheese
- Baked Potato Wedges
- Quinoa Salad
- Coleslaw
- Roasted Vegetables
SNACK:
- Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Hummus
- Guacamole
- Fresh Vegetable Sticks
TIPS:
- Dry the peppers completely before coating for better crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to get better results.
- Flip the pepper rings mid-way while cooking.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the banana pepper rings in the box to keep for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the cooked pepper rings on the tray, then in the box for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I prepare this dish earlier than required time?
- Yes, you may refrigerate the coated pepper rings for 8 hours, then air fry when needed to serve.
Are these peppers spicy?
- No, most banana peppers give mild heat in the recipe.
Can I bake these recipe earlier than required time?
- Yes, you may bake them for 20 minutes at 425°F.
What to serve with these banana peppers?
- You may pair the dish with spicy mayo, ketchup, vegan ranch, or marinara.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 22 grams
Total Carbs: 26 g
Fiber: 4 grams
Protein: 5 g
Fat: 4 grams
Iron: 0.002 g
Calcium: 0.080 grams
Sodium: 0.340 g
Calories: 165 kcal
Potassium: 0.220 grams
Vitamin A: 620 IU
