Ingredients

• 500 g green beans

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 cup ice-cold sparkling water

• 2 eggs

• Salt (to taste)

• Black pepper (to taste)

• Cooking spray or a little olive oil

• Lemon for serving (optional)

  Serves: 4 to 6 people

  Preparation time: 20-25 minutes

Instructions

1. Prepare the green beans:

   • Wash the green beans well and trim the ends.

   • Boil the green beans in salted water for about 5 minutes, until slightly tender but still firm. Drain and let cool.

2. Prepare the batter:

   • In a bowl, whisk the eggs and add the ice-cold sparkling water, mixing well.

   • Gradually add the flour, stirring until you have a smooth and slightly thick batter.

   • Season the batter with salt and black pepper to taste.

3. Coat the green beans:

   • Dip the boiled green beans into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.

4. Cook in the Air Fryer:

   • Preheat the Air Fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.

   • Place the coated green beans in the Air Fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overlap.

   • Lightly spray with cooking spray or brush with a bit of olive oil.

   • Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the Peixinhos da Horta hot.

   • If desired, accompany with lemon wedges for squeezing on top.

Tip: Cooking time may vary depending on your Air Fryer model. Check the texture during cooking and adjust as needed.