Keto Air Fryer Recipes: Quick, Easy, And Delicious!

Air fryers are a great option for those on a keto diet, as they can cook everything from vegetables to meat, and even appetizers. They are versatile, easy to use, and reduce cooking time by 25-50%. Air-fried foods are also healthier, as they require little to no oil. So, what are some tasty keto treats you can make with an air fryer?

You can cook everything from chicken wings to avocado fries, and even keto corn dogs. You can also make delicious appetizers like keto fried jalapenos, keto fried pickles, and avocado bacon wraps. If you're looking for a more substantial meal, you can try air fryer fajitas, chicken tenders, or even a whole chicken. For a quick breakfast, air fryers are great for cooking eggs, and you can even make bacon egg cups.

With an air fryer, the keto diet doesn't have to be restrictive, and you can still enjoy your favorite fried foods without the oil!

Keto Avocado Fries

Ingredients

• 2 large ripe avocados
• 1/3 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp pink Himalayan salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1 egg
• Water
• Avocado or olive oil spray

Method

• Slice the avocados into 4-5 thick slices per half.
• In a shallow bowl, mix the almond flour, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• In another shallow bowl, add the egg and a splash of water, and whisk until foamy.
• Dip each avocado slice into the egg mixture, then into the flour/cheese mixture. Set aside on a plate and repeat for all slices.
• Set the air fryer to 400°F and allow to preheat for 2-3 minutes.
• Spray the preheated air fryer basket with avocado or olive oil spray and place the avocado slices inside in a single layer.
• Cook for 4 minutes, then turn over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
• Serve immediately.

Tips

• Use avocados that are ripe but still a little firm, as they will be easier to work with.
• To reduce the bitterness that can occur when cooking avocado, coat the slices in lemon juice before dipping them in the egg mixture. You can also squeeze lemon juice over the cooked fries.
• If you don't have a food processor to mix the flour and cheese, make sure to finely grate the parmesan until it is very fine.
• Keep an eye on the avocado fries while they are cooking, as air fryer temperatures can vary.

Air Fryer Keto Fried Jalapenos

Ingredients:

• 1 (16oz) jar of sliced tamed jalapeno pepper
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
• 2 tablespoons jalapeno juice, saved from the jar
• 2 cups ground pork rinds
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 eggs
• Avocado oil or olive oil

Method:

• Drain the jalapenos and save 2 tablespoons of juice from the jar.
• Sandwich the jalapeno slices between two paper towels to absorb the excess liquid.
• Prepare three dipping bowls. In the first bowl, mix together the almond flour, cajun seasoning, and salt. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs and jalapeno juice. In the third bowl, mix together the ground pork rinds, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
• Working in batches, dip each jalapeno slice into the almond flour mixture, then the egg wash, and finally the pork rind mixture.
• Place a layer of breaded jalapeno slices in the air fryer basket. Spray the jalapenos with avocado oil or olive oil.
• Set the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and air fry the jalapenos for 6 minutes.
• Flip the jalapenos and continue to air fry for an additional 6 minutes.
• Repeat with the remaining breaded jalapenos.

These keto spicy breaded jalapenos are perfect as a snack or an appetizer for a party or potluck. They have a crispy outer breading and a tamed jalapeno slice inside. You can serve them with ranch or a cream cheese-based dip.

If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or wrapped in tin foil. To reheat, simply place them back in the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for a few minutes until they crisp up again.

You can also make these keto fried jalapenos on a stovetop if you don't have an air fryer. Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat and fry the breaded jalapenos for a couple of minutes on each side until the breading starts to brown.

For a slightly different take on this recipe, try making keto air fryer jalapeno poppers by halving and seeding jalapeno peppers, filling them with cream cheese, and wrapping them with bacon strips. Air fry at 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked to your liking.

Keto Fried Pickles

Ingredients:

• 1 (16 oz) jar of dill pickle chips
• 1/2 cup almond flour (or coconut flour)
• 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (optional)
• 2 tablespoons pickle juice
• 2 cups ground pork rinds (pork panko)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Avocado oil or olive oil, for spraying
• Ranch dressing, for dipping (optional)

Method:

• Place the pickles between two paper towels to absorb the excess liquid.
• Prepare three separate dipping bowls: bowl 1 with almond flour, cajun seasoning (if using), and salt; bowl 2 with whisked eggs and pickle juice; and bowl 3 with ground pork rinds, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
• Dip each pickle chip into the almond flour mixture, followed by the egg wash, and finally into the pork rind mixture. Repeat this process for all the pickle slices.
• Arrange a layer of breaded pickles in the air fryer basket. Spray the pickles with avocado oil or olive oil.
• Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 6 minutes. Flip the pickles and continue air frying for another 6 minutes.
• Repeat the process for the remaining breaded pickles.
• Serve immediately with ranch dressing or your favourite dip.

Tips:

• Check the jar of pickles to ensure there is no added sugar, as this will increase the carb count.
• For extra crispy pickles, spray or brush them with avocado oil or olive oil before air frying.
• Fried pickles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the pickles back in the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 minutes until they crisp up.

Air Fryer Avocado Bacon Wrap

Ingredients:

• 1 avocado
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 12 slices of bacon

Method:

First, cut the avocado in half lengthwise, then gently twist to separate the halves. Remove the seed with a spoon and scoop out the avocado flesh. Cut each avocado half into 4 equal long pieces, so you have 8 avocado wedges in total.

Next, cut the bacon slices in half so you have 24 pieces in total. Wrap each avocado wedge with a half slice of bacon. You can brush the avocado with hot sauce before wrapping if you want to add some spice. Place the wrapped avocado wedges into the air fryer basket, leaving space between them for even cooking.

Cook in the air fryer at 400°F for 6-10 minutes, depending on how crispy you like your bacon. There's no need to flip them during cooking. Serve immediately with your choice of dip, such as ranch, BBQ sauce, or chipotle mayo.

Tips:

• Avocados are ripe and ready to eat when they are greenish-black in colour. They should be firm but give a little when squeezed.
• If you want to reheat any leftovers, place them back in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 3-4 minutes, or until crispy.
• No oil is needed in the air fryer as the bacon will provide enough fat to crisp up.

Nutritional Information (per serving of 1 avocado fry):

• Calories: 62
• Fat: 5.4g
• Carbohydrates: 2.2g
• Fiber: 1.7g
• Protein: 2g
• Net Carbs: 0.5g

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Ingredients

• 20 party chicken wings (approx. 2 lbs)
• 3-4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 teaspoons chilli powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• Black pepper
• Salt
• Cooking spray

Optional ingredients for serving

• Bleu cheese sauce
• Buffalo sauce
• Frank's Red Hot
• Blue cheese dressing

Method

• Combine the chilli powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
• Place the wings in a ziplock bag. Add the olive oil and seasoning. Shake the bag until the wings are evenly coated.
• Preheat your air fryer to 380 °F.
• Place all the wings in the air fryer basket. Cook at 380 °F for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through. Toss the wings every 5 minutes.
• If you want to add sauce to your wings, coat them in your choice of sauce after cooking.

Tips

• If you don't have a ziplock bag, you can add the chicken, oil and seasoning to a bowl and mix.
• If your wings are frozen, first cook at 350 °F for 10 minutes, then increase the temperature to 380 °F for 25-30 minutes.
• For extra crispy wings, spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray before adding the wings.
• You can also try cooking your wings at a lower temperature to start (350 °F) and then increase to 380 °F for the last 15 minutes.
• Remember to shake the basket every 5 minutes to allow for even cooking.
• For extra crispy wings, coat with baking powder or cornstarch prior to air frying.
• If you have leftovers, you can reheat the wings in the air fryer at 380 °F for 3-5 minutes.

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