Homemade Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings
These Air fryer onion rings are crispy, delicious, and very easy to make. A healthy alternative to deep-fried onion rings. I feel that these air fryer onion rings are crisper and tastier than any fast food restaurant, in my opinion.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion Vidalia or Sweet yellow onion
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 Egg beaten
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp pepper or to taste
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs. I used a mix of 1/2 Seasoned breadcrumbs and 1/2 Panko. Both work well. If used unseasoned breadcrumbs, add salt and pepper to taste.
- Spray oil
Instructions
- Cut off the top and bottom of the onion, peel off the outer layer, and slice the onion into rings, about ¼ to ½ inch thick. Once sliced, separate the rings and set them aside.
- In a first medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper and paprika. In a second medium bowl, beat the egg, add buttermilk and salt to taste.In a third medium bowl pour breadcrumbs.
- Working one onion ring at a time, coat each one in egg mixture, then flour mix, then back to egg mixture and then finally in breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the breaded onion rings in the air fryer basket/sheet.tray and give them some space so they do not touch each other. Depending on the size and shape of your air fryer, fry onion rings in batches. My basket comfortably fits 9 large onion rings at a time. (see picture above)
- Air fry mode in the preheated air fryer at 400F/200C and fry for 10 minutes, flipping each onion rings on the other side halfway through cooking.
- Enjoy while they are freshly crisp. Dip in your favorite sauce/ketchup. I used two dips: ketchup and homemade chipotle mayo. Delicious!
Notes
Tips
Start with fresh, well-sliced onions (¼ to ½ inch thick). Thick slices may take longer to cook and may not get as crispy as thin ones.
For extra flavor, soak the onion slices in buttermilk before breading them. This will help the breading adhere better and give the onion rings a nice flavor.
Be sure to use a light hand when breading the onions. Too much breading will make the air fryer onion rings heavy and greasy.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray before placing the onions and then lightly spray the breaded onions. This helps the onion rings cook evenly and prevent sticking.
Cook the onion rings at a high temperature to achieve maximum crispiness. 400 degrees F is usually ideal. (200° C)
And finally, don't be afraid to experiment! Add your favorite seasonings to the breading, or try dipping the cooked onion rings in BBQ sauce, ketchup, or ranch dressing.
Leftovers
Store leftovers (if any) in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat for two minute until crispy again.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 43kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 69mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 158IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
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