Ingredients
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- 2 cups frozen sweet green peas (thawed and patted very dry)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (plus more to taste)
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Start by thawing your frozen peas completely. Once thawed, place them between two layers of paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth. Gently press down to remove as much moisture as possible. This step is critical; if the peas are wet, they will steam instead of crisping up. Once dry, place the peas in a medium mixing bowl and toss them with the olive oil, sea salt, and any optional spices until every pea is lightly coated.
- 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 18 minutes. Every 5 minutes, remove the basket and give it a vigorous shake to ensure the peas brown evenly on all sides. Watch them closely toward the end of the cooking time to ensure they don’t burn.
- Remove the peas from the air fryer when they look golden brown and feel firm to the touch. Transfer them to a plate or a bowl and let them sit for 5 minutes. They will continue to crisp up as they cool down. Taste one and add an extra pinch of sea salt if needed. Serve immediately as a snack or store them for later.
- Cook Time: 20 minutes