Classic Crispy Air Fryer Black Eyed Peas
These classic crispy air fryer black-eyed peas are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. They are seasoned perfectly and air-fried to a golden, crunchy perfection.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Medium bowl
- Paper towels
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 15-ounce can black-eyed peas drained and rinsed
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
Instructions
- Drain and thoroughly rinse the black-eyed peas under cold water, then pat them very dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- In a medium bowl, combine the dried black-eyed peas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and optional cayenne pepper; toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes, then arrange the seasoned black-eyed peas in a single layer in the basket, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously every 5 minutes to ensure even browning and crisping.
- Continue air frying until the peas are golden brown and deeply crispy; let them cool slightly before serving as they will crisp up further.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cumin or chili powder to the seasoning mix. These crispy black-eyed peas are great as a snack, on salads, or as a crunchy topping for soups.