Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can butter beans
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp vegan Parmesan
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp curry powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Beans: Drain and rinse the butter beans thoroughly. Gently pat them dry using a paper towel until completely dry to ensure crispiness during cooking.
- Toss with Oil and Spices: Place the dried butter beans in a bowl and toss with olive oil, vegan Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and curry powder to evenly coat each bean. For extra crispy skins, optionally toss the beans with a small amount of cornstarch, potato starch, or arrowroot flour.
- Air Frying Method: Spread the seasoned beans in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Gently smash each bean slightly with your thumb to increase crispiness. Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
- Serve: Enjoy the crispy butter beans immediately as a snack or side dish, or allow them to cool completely.
- Oven Baking Method (Alternative): Preheat the oven to 380°F (190°C). Arrange the beans in a single layer on a baking tray and gently smash each with your thumb. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until crispy and golden, flipping halfway through and optionally lightly spraying with cooking spray to promote even crispness.
Notes
- Drying the beans thoroughly before cooking is key to achieving crispy texture.
- Using an air fryer yields the crispiest results but the oven method works well if you don’t have one.
- Lightly smashing the beans helps to increase surface area for better crisping.
- Adding cornstarch, potato starch, or arrowroot flour before cooking can enhance crispiness.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain texture, though best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
