Savory Air Fryer Plantain and Sausage Bites

These savory air fryer plantain and sausage bites are a quick and easy snack or appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. The plantain slices are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the sausage is juicy and flavorful. The combination of the two is irresistible, and the bites are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some ripe plantains. I had never cooked with plantains before, but I had heard that they were a good source of fiber and potassium. I decided to try slicing them and cooking them in the air fryer, and I was pleasantly surprised with the results. The plantain slices were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and they had a slightly sweet flavor that complemented the savory sausage perfectly.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 ripe plantain, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 pound ground sausage
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the plantain slices, sausage, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
4. Spread the mixture in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the plantain is golden brown and the sausage is cooked through.
6. Shake the basket halfway through cooking.
7. Serve hot.

Why It Works

• The air fryer cooks the plantain slices quickly and evenly, resulting in a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
• The combination of the plantain and sausage creates a delicious balance of flavors and textures.
• The garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper add depth of flavor to the bites.