Description
Crunchy, flavorful, and guilt-free Air Fryer Onion Rings that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Made with minimal oil using an air fryer, this easy recipe delivers delicious results perfect for snacks, sides, or game day treats.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large onions (firm and fresh)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs or panko
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp paprika or garlic powder
- Cooking spray or 1-2 teaspoons oil
Instructions
- Slice the onions evenly: Peel the onions and slice them into rings about a quarter-inch thick to ensure even cooking and the perfect crispiness.
- Set up your dredging stations: Prepare three bowls—one with flour lightly seasoned with salt and pepper, another with beaten eggs, and the last with the breadcrumb mixture including any desired spices.
- Coat each onion ring: Dip each ring first into the seasoned flour, then into the egg wash, and finally into the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently so the coating adheres completely.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 3-5 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy crust quickly.
- Air fry the coated onion rings: Arrange the onion rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, lightly spray with cooking spray, and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even crisping.
- Serve immediately: Serve your Air Fryer Onion Rings hot for the best crunch and flavor, accompanied by your favorite dipping sauce or side.
Notes
- Cut onion rings to a consistent thickness to cook evenly and crisp uniformly.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow best air circulation and crispiness.
- Use a light spray of cooking oil to help the coating brown without excess grease.
- Flip the onion rings halfway during cooking for crispness all around.
- For extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
- You can substitute ingredients with gluten-free versions or make vegan swaps as needed.
- Reheat leftover onion rings in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to maintain crunchiness.
- Freeze uncooked coated onion rings on parchment-lined trays before transferring to a zip-top bag for later cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about ¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg