Spicy Air-Fried Vegan Corn and Pumpkin Rice
What Started it all:
Corn, Pumpkin, rice, air fryer
This bold and flavorful vegan dish brings out the natural sweetness of corn and pumpkin, while the air fryer adds a delightful crispiness. It’s a fiery combination of spices that will surely impress even the most skeptical of taste buds! Enjoy the vibrant and satisfying flavors of this spicy air-fried vegan corn and pumpkin rice.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of corn kernels
- 2 cups of diced pumpkin
- 2 cups of rice
- Cooking spray for the air fryer
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the corn and pumpkin with a light coating of cooking spray, then season with salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Place the seasoned corn and pumpkin in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the vegetables are golden and slightly crispy.
- While the vegetables are cooking, rinse the rice and cook according to package instructions.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and season with garlic powder and onion powder.
- In a large bowl, mix the air-fried corn and pumpkin with the seasoned rice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.