Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Air Fryer Crispy Onions, a healthier alternative to traditional fried onions. These golden, crispy bites are easy to prepare and make an excellent topping for burgers, salads, or casseroles. With just a few simple ingredients and the power of your air fryer, you can whip up this tasty snack or garnish in no time! This recipe emphasizes flavor without the guilt, allowing you to enjoy all the crunch and taste while keeping things light and healthy.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Slice the onion into thin, uniform rings.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, another with beaten egg, and the third with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each onion ring by dipping it in flour, then egg, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray.
- Place the coated onion rings in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 30g
- Calories: 134
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 264mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 19mg
Keywords: Soak onion rings in cold water for about 30 minutes before coating to enhance crispiness. Use gluten-free flour and panko if needed for a gluten-free version. Feel free to experiment with different seasonings to customize the flavor.