Description
Crunchy, flavorful green bean fries made in the air fryer for a healthier alternative to traditional fries. These crispy green beans are coated in a seasoned breading and cooked to perfection with minimal oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: Ranch dressing, marinara, or aioli for dipping
Instructions
- Prep the green beans: Wash and thoroughly dry the green beans. Trim the ends if needed.
- Set up the breading station: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and in a third bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the beans: Dredge each green bean in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. Place on a tray.
- Preheat air fryer: Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it heat for 3 minutes.
- Air fry: Lightly spray the basket with oil. Arrange green beans in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Lightly spray the tops with oil. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- Make sure green beans are completely dry before breading to prevent sogginess.
- If breading isn’t sticking well, try chilling the coated beans for 10 minutes before air frying.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg