Ingredients
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- 2 cups frozen green peas (thawed and patted dry)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (plus more for finishing)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- A pinch of cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Start by ensuring your thawed green peas are as dry as possible. This is the most important step for achieving a true crunch. Place the peas between two layers of paper towels and gently roll them around to soak up all moisture. Once dry, transfer the peas to a medium mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the sea salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss everything together until every pea is evenly coated in oil and seasoning.
- Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes. Pour the seasoned peas into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Slide the basket in and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Every 5 minutes, remove the basket and give it a vigorous shake. This ensures the peas brown evenly on all sides. Begin checking them at the 15-minute mark; they are ready when they feel light, look golden-brown, and sound “rattly” when you shake the basket.
- Carefully pour the hot peas onto a plate or a baking sheet. Resist the urge to eat them immediately! As the peas cool, they will continue to crisp up significantly. After about 5 minutes of cooling, taste one and add an extra pinch of sea salt if desired. Serve them in a small bowl as a snack, or sprinkle them over a bowl of creamy soup or a fresh Caesar salad for added texture.
- Cook Time: 25 minutes