Air Fryer Onion Rings

Enjoy crispy, golden-brown onion rings right from your air fryer with this simple recipe. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection, these onion rings make for a delightful snack or side dish.

Tasting Notes:

These air fryer onion rings boast a satisfying crunch on the outside while retaining the tender sweetness of the onion within. The seasoning blend enhances the flavor without overpowering the natural taste of the onions.

Ingredients:

• 2 large yellow onions
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Cooking spray

Kitchen Equipment:

• Air fryer
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Tongs

Instructions:

1. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Onions: Peel the onions and slice them into rings, about 1/2 inch thick. Separate the rings and set aside.
3. Prepare Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
4. Coat Onions: In another bowl, beat the eggs. Dip each onion ring into the egg mixture, then dredge it in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
5. Add Breadcrumbs: After coating with flour, dip each onion ring back into the egg mixture, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
6. Air Fry: Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the coated onion rings in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
7. Cook: Air fry the onion rings at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
8. Serve: Once cooked, remove the onion rings from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Pro Tips:

• For extra crispy onion rings, you can double coat them in the egg and breadcrumb mixture.
• Make sure to preheat your air fryer for best results.
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation, which helps achieve crispy onion rings.

Variations:

• Try using seasoned breadcrumbs or adding grated Parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture for added flavor.
• Experiment with different seasonings in the flour mixture, such as onion powder or chili powder, to customize the flavor to your liking.

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