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Printed September 1, 2026
Printed September 1, 2026
Air Fryer Alchemist
Miso-Glazed Plantain Chips with Black Sesame
Transform ordinary plantains into umami-packed crisps that blur the line between sweet and savory. The air fryer creates the perfect vessel for this caramelized miso magic.
Ingredients
- 2 firm green plantains, sliced thinly on a mandoline
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted black sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
- Pinch of sea salt
Preparation
These chips represent a collision of textures and flavors that shouldn't work but absolutely do. The natural starchiness of green plantains becomes a canvas for the deep, funky sweetness of miso, while the air fryer works its magic to create edges so crisp they shatter.
Preparation:
- Whisk together miso paste, mirin, oil, and rice vinegar until smooth and glossy.
- Toss plantain slices in the miso mixture, ensuring each piece is lightly coated.
- Arrange slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary.
- Air fry at 350°F for 8 minutes, flip each chip carefully, then continue for another 6-8 minutes until golden and crisp at the edges.
- Remove immediately and sprinkle with black sesame seeds and sea salt while still hot.
- Let cool for 3 minutes to allow full crisping before serving.
Pro tip: The chips will continue to crisp as they cool, so don't be tempted to over-cook them. They should still have a slight give when you remove them from the air fryer.
