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 Butter Beans: Drain and rinse the butter beans thoroughly to remove any canning liquid. Gently pat them dry with a paper towel until fully dry to ensure they crisp up well during cooking.
- Season the Beans: Toss the dried butter beans with olive oil, vegan Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and curry powder until they are evenly coated. For extra crispy skins, you can toss them with a little cornstarch, potato starch, or arrowroot flour.
- Preheat and Arrange: If using an air fryer, spread the beans in a single layer in the basket and gently smash each bean slightly with your thumb to help them crisp up.
- Air Fry the Beans: Set the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) and cook the beans for 15–20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to promote even crisping.
- Finishing Touches: Once crispy and golden, enjoy the beans immediately as a warm snack or let them cool completely for a crunchier texture.
- Oven Alternative: Preheat the oven to 380°F (190°C). Spread the seasoned beans on a baking tray in a single layer, gently smash each bean with your thumb, and bake for 25–30 minutes. Flip the beans halfway through and optionally spray with cooking spray to help them crisp evenly. Bake until golden and crispy.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, toss the beans in cornstarch or an alternative starch before cooking.
- The air fryer method results in a crispier texture compared to baking in the oven.
- You can adjust the seasoning quantities to suit your taste preferences.
- Eat them immediately for the best crunchy texture or store cooled crispy beans in an airtight container.
- Vegan Parmesan can be substituted with nutritional yeast if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
