Description
Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions are a crunchy, flavorful appetizer that transforms ordinary onions into a delightful snack everyone will love. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow or white onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Peel the onions and trim about half an inch from the top. Slice each onion into four sections, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs with milk until smooth.
- Coat each onion in the flour mixture, dip it in the egg mixture, then roll it in panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place coated onions in the air fryer basket without overcrowding. Spray lightly with cooking spray and cook for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper to the batter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days; reheat in the air fryer for optimal crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini blooming onion (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg