Air Fryer Recipe

Chilli Lime Avocado Fries

Name: Chilli Lime Avocado Fries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados; 1 lime (zested and juiced); 1 teaspoon chilli powder; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; ½ cup plain flour (or gluten-free alternative); 2 large eggs; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or a gluten-free option); Cooking spray or a small amount of oil for the air fryer

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Serves: 4
Category: Snacks

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Chilli Lime Avocado Fries offer a zesty, spicy twist to your snack game, perfect for air frying with minimal oil.

Ingredients

2 ripe avocados
1 lime (zested and juiced)
1 teaspoon chilli powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
½ cup plain flour (or gluten-free alternative)
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or a gluten-free option)
Cooking spray or a small amount of oil for the air fryer

Method

Slice avocados in half, remove the stone, peel, and slice each half into 3 or 4 lengths.
In a shallow dish, combine flour with salt and pepper.
In another dish, beat the eggs.
Mix panko breadcrumbs with lime zest, chilli powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
Dredge avocado slices in flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat with seasoned panko mixture.
Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray or oil.
Arrange avocado fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Why this works in an air fryer

The air fryer uses rapid convection to create a crispy exterior on the panko-coated avocados while keeping the inside creamy, thanks to the high moisture content of avocados.

Equipment notes

Assumes a standard 3.5-litre basket; in dual-zone models, use the smaller drawer to maintain airflow, adjusting time by 1-2 minutes if needed.

Common pitfalls

Avocado fries turning mushy? Ensure avocados are just ripe, not overripe, to maintain structure.
Breadcrumbs not adhering? Pat avocados dry before flouring to improve coating adherence.
Uneven browning? Rotate the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even exposure to heat.

Variations & substitutions

Use smoked paprika instead of chilli powder for a smoky flavour.
Substitute lime with lemon for a different citrus note.
Try crushed tortilla chips in place of panko for added crunch and flavour.

Storage & reheating

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat in the air fryer at 180°C for 3-4 minutes to regain crispiness.

Nutrition

Calories: 250