Preheat Your Air Fryer and Prepare ParsnipsThe first step is to preheat your air fryer. Set your air fryer to preheat at 390 degrees. Now, clean, peel, and cut your parsnips into coin shape, aiming for thickness similar to your pinky finger or slightly less.You can also scrub them, if necessary before slicing them into approximately 1 centimeter thickness or slightly less. There are also other shapes you can cut them into.
Season your ParsnipsNext, take a large mixing bowl, place the cut parsnips into it, and coat them with extra virgin oil, salt, and pepper. Optionally, choose your favorite condiments for drizzling or dripping the fully cooked parsnips. While simple salt and pepper are great, if you are craving more flavor, consider adding a hint of garlic or onion powder (around ¼ tsp) and smoked paprika.For a sweet touch, lightly coat the parsnips with a drizzle of honey before cooking. Moreover, starchy roasted veggies are perfect for pairing with sauces. I recommend options like, tahini sauce, chili crunch, or even a simple chilly crunch mayo, the possibilities are endless.
Cook the Parsnips and ServeNext, arrange the parsnips in a single layer in your air fryer, allowing for slight overlap. Air fry at 390 degrees for 15 minutes, stirring them halfway through the cooking time. After 15 minutes, conduct a taste test on a cooled parsnip.It should be thoroughly cooked with a soft center and lightly crisped exterior. Take them out of the air fryer and serve them as a side dish with steaks, or you can utilize any leftovers by adding them to a pot of cabbage soup. Additionally, you can also compliment vegan cabbage rolls with this flavor dish, or enjoy it as a snack alongside Cane’s sauce or Alabama white sauce for dipping.