Crispy Air Fryer Carrot Chips

Ingredients

• 300 grams carrots
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp dried garlic
• salt to taste
• marjoram to taste

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds. You can use a knife or a special vegetable-slicing tool to ensure even slicing. Aim for a thickness of about 4 mm.

2. 2

   Place the carrot slices in a mixing bowl and drizzle them with a little vegetable oil. Mix well to ensure that each slice is coated with oil.

3. 3

   Season the carrots with dried garlic, dried marjoram, salt, or your preferred seasonings to add flavor. Some popular options include pepper, paprika, turmeric, or Italian herb blends.

4. 4

   Preheat the air fryer to 195°C (380°F). I used the "Bake" mode in my Instant Vortex Plus XL.

5. 5

   Arrange the carrot slices evenly on the bottom of the air fryer basket. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket to allow air circulation around each chip.

6. 6

   Place the basket with the carrots in the air fryer and start the "Bake" program for 15 minutes. Every 3-4 minutes, open the air fryer and shake the basket to ensure even frying of the carrot chips. This step helps remove excess moisture and steam, resulting in crispy chips instead of boiled ones.

7. 7

   You will notice a significant reduction in volume as the chips shrink, resulting in a more concentrated and intense flavor. Therefore, avoid adding excessive salt and seasonings during preparation.

8. 8

   Check the chips for readiness; they should be golden and crispy. If they haven't reached the desired texture, continue frying and check every few minutes. When the carrot chips are ready, turn off the air fryer and carefully remove them from the basket. Let them cool slightly before serving.