Description
Indulge in the crunchy, flavorful experience of a blooming onion made right in your air fryer! This delightful appetizer features a perfectly crispy exterior that gives way to tender onion layers, and it’s served with your favorite dipping sauce. Perfect for game nights or as a crowd-pleasing party dish, this recipe is not only healthier than traditional frying but also customizable to suit your taste buds. Get ready for a delicious treat that will impress your friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Dipping sauce (ranch or spicy mayo)
Instructions
- Prepare the onion by cutting off about half an inch from the top and peeling away the outer skin.
- Flip the onion upside down and make 12-16 vertical cuts from top to bottom without slicing through.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy.
- Dip the bloomed onion into the egg mixture first, then coat with the flour mixture, followed by panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the coated onion in the basket without overcrowding.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Shake halfway through for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blooming onion petal (50g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg