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Air Fryer Pita That's Dangerously Crispy

This recipe turns simple pita bread into golden, crunchy triangles perfect for dipping, all made in just 10 minutes with an air fryer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pita Ingredients
  • 2 medium medium pita bread rounds, cut into 8 triangles each
Seasoning Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) Can be substituted with smoked paprika or za'atar.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
  2. Slice the pita rounds into 8 triangles each using kitchen scissors or a knife.
Coating
  1. Place the pita triangles in a mixing bowl, drizzle olive oil over them, and sprinkle with salt and garlic powder.
  2. Toss gently to coat each triangle evenly without soaking them.
Cooking
  1. Arrange the seasoned pita triangles in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  2. Cook for 3 minutes, then shake the basket to flip the triangles.
  3. Continue cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
Serving
  1. Once crisp and lightly browned, transfer the triangles to a wire rack or plate in a single layer.
  2. Let them cool slightly before serving to maintain their crispiness.

Notes

For the crispiest result, avoid overcrowding the basket and consider cooking in batches. Experiment with additional seasonings after mastering the basic recipe.