Air Fryer Breaded Bell Peppers are a simple yet surprising side dish, perfect to accompany meat or fish dishes, or to enjoy on their own. The breadcrumbs wrap the peppers in a golden “sand,” enhancing their natural sweetness with a delightful texture. Thanks to the air fryer, you achieve a light result without the need to fry in oil. This recipe is ideal for those seeking taste and convenience, with a rustic touch that wins over at the first bite. Let’s prepare them together: few ingredients, lots of goodness, and zero stress!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 3 red bell peppers
- 1.75 oz black olives
- 1.4 oz breadcrumbs
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
Tools
- 1 Air Fryer
Steps
To prepare the air fryer breaded bell peppers, first wash the peppers, dry them carefully, remove the cap, cut them in half, and remove the internal white filaments and seeds, then cut them into strips (or coarsely chopped pieces).
Transfer the peppers to a large bowl, add salt, pitted black olives, and extra virgin olive oil (4/5 tablespoons), and mix well.
Add breadcrumbs to your liking and continue mixing to distribute evenly over all the peppers.
Line the air fryer basket with a parchment paper mold (alternatively, you can use a sheet of parchment paper) and pour in the seasoned peppers. Cook at 356°F for 20/25 minutes. During cooking, stir the peppers a couple of times to cook evenly.
Once cooked, you can serve the breaded bell peppers hot or, if you prefer, warm.
Storage
The air fryer breaded bell peppers can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days in a container with an airtight seal. Before consuming, you can reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes.
If you want to make the peppers even more delicious, you can add chopped parsley or grated cheese to mix with the breadcrumbs.
