If you are looking for an idea for a healthy and tasty snack to make at home, the Jerusalem artichoke chips in an air fryer are a light and delicious alternative to classic packaged products. Easy and quick to prepare, these crunchy chips require very little oil and can be customized with spices and flavors of your choice, making them perfect for those who want to offer a different snack.
Ideal as a appetizer, they can be served with other homemade snacks — like salted almonds, polenta sticks, or crispy chickpeas in air fryer — or propose them as an original and light side dish. The preparation of Jerusalem artichoke chips in the air fryer is simple and resembles that of potato chips in air fryer: just slice the Jerusalem artichokes very thinly (preferably with a mandoline), season them in a bowl, and cook them for about 10 minutes, avoiding overlapping them too much to achieve even browning.
The result is crunchy and golden Jerusalem artichoke chips, delicately flavored and slightly aromatic, perfect to enjoy just ready. A practical and versatile recipe that shows how easy it is to make delicious and more balanced snacks right in your kitchen.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 77.49 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 13.64 (g) of which sugars 7.20 (g)
- Proteins 1.63 (g)
- Fat 2.45 (g) of which saturated 0.34 (g)of which unsaturated 0.01 (g)
- Fibers 1.53 (g)
- Sodium 100.46 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 50 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for making Jerusalem artichoke chips in air fryer
The doses are intended for a snack for 4 people or a side dish for 2 people
- 10.5 oz Jerusalem artichokes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 pinch pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
Tools
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Peeler
- 1 Mandoline
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Air fryer
- Air fryer parchment paper
- 1 Oil sprayer
Procedure: how to make Jerusalem artichoke chips in air fryer
Soak them in cold water for about ten minutes to remove the starch, then drain and dry them well (4). Transfer them to a bowl and add a pinch of pepper and smoked paprika (5). Mix with your hands to distribute the seasoning evenly (6). For now, do not add salt, better to salt them just cooked.
Line the basket of the air fryer with the special paper and arrange the Jerusalem artichoke slices, trying to overlap them as little as possible (7). Season them with 2-3 sprays of oil (8). If you don’t have an oil sprayer, you can pour a tablespoon of oil on the Jerusalem artichokes when you season them in the bowl with paprika. Preheat the air fryer to 356°F (180°C) and cook the Jerusalem artichoke chips for 8-10 minutes, stirring them halfway through cooking. After 7 minutes, keep an eye on them because they can burn easily. When they are golden, remove them from the air fryer (9) and season them with a pinch of salt.
Let the Jerusalem artichoke chips rest for 2-3 minutes, so any remaining moisture evaporates, then serve them as a snack or as an unusual side dish.
Storage
Jerusalem artichoke chips in air fryer are best enjoyed right after preparation, when they are still crunchy. If necessary, you can store them for a few hours at room temperature in a well-dried airtight container. Avoid the fridge, as moisture would make them soft.
If they lose their crunch, you can easily regenerate them by putting them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 356°F (180°C): they will be golden and fragrant as freshly made.
Jerusalem artichoke chips in air fryer are best enjoyed right after preparation, when they are still crunchy. If necessary, you can store them for a few hours at room temperature in a well-dried airtight container. Avoid the fridge, as moisture would make them soft.
If they lose their crunch, you can easily regenerate them by putting them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 356°F (180°C): they will be golden and fragrant as freshly made.
Tips for crispy Jerusalem artichoke chips
To obtain crispy and golden Jerusalem artichoke chips, slice the tubers very thinly (1-2 mm), preferably with a mandoline. Dry the slices well after washing and place them in the basket without overlapping: this step is essential for even cooking in the air fryer.
Season with little oil and salt only at the end of cooking to maintain consistency. You can flavor with paprika, pepper, dried herbs, or other spices to customize this light and homemade snack.
Variations of Jerusalem artichoke chips
This Jerusalem artichoke recipe lends itself to many variations:
• Add curry, turmeric, or chili powder for spicy chips.
• Use flavored salt or Mediterranean herbs for a more intense flavor.
• Mix Jerusalem artichokes with other thinly sliced vegetables to make mixed vegetable chips in air fryer.
• Serve them with light sauces or spiced yogurt to transform them into an appetizer snack.
These are all simple solutions to vary the recipe for homemade Jerusalem artichoke chips while maintaining a quick and light preparation.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
How to make crispy Jerusalem artichoke chips?
Slice the Jerusalem artichokes very thin, dry them well, and cook them in a single layer in the air fryer. A minimal amount of oil and final salting help to achieve crispy chips.
Do you need to peel the Jerusalem artichokes before making chips?
I preferred to peel them, but it is not necessary: just wash them thoroughly and brush them.
How long do Jerusalem artichoke chips cook in the air fryer?
Generally, 8-10 minutes at 356°F (180°C) is sufficient, turning them halfway through cooking. The time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the slices and the model of the air fryer.
Are Jerusalem artichoke chips a light snack?
Yes, compared to traditional frying they require little oil and are a valid alternative to packaged snacks.
Can they be prepared in advance?
It is possible, but for maximum fragrance it is advisable to consume them just ready or briefly regenerate them in the air fryer.
