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onion fritters on a plate with a dipping sauce

Super Easy Air Fryer Onion Fritters Recipe

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Air fryer onion fritters are like the ultimate snack hack—crispy, golden, and sooo good without the deep-frying drama. You slice up some onions, mix them with flour, spices, and a little water to make a sticky batter, then pop them in the air fryer. They get all crunchy on the outside but stay soft inside. Plus, they’re way healthier than the fried version. Dip them in ketchup, chutney, or whatever sauce you’re feeling, and boom—snack time leveled up!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Indian, Mediterranean
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 79 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large onion or 2 medium onions. Red, sweet, or yellow onion. I used Vidalia.Thinly sliced into half-moons.
  • 1 cup chickpea flour or all-purpose flour. Feel free to use almond flour or buckwheat flour.
  • 2 Tablespoons Rice Flour optional, for extra crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala optional. Garam Masala.
  • 3 Tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup water as needed, to form a batter
  • 1 TBS Oil I used Olive oil or avocado oil

Optional

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Onions: Slice the onions thinly and place them in a large mixing bowl. Add a pinch of salt and let them sit for 5–10 minutes. This helps release moisture.
  • Mix the Batter: Add chickpea flour, rice flour, cumin seeds, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala, and cilantro to the onions. Mix well, gradually adding water to create a thick, sticky batter that coats the onion slices. Alternatively, use Remis SpiceCraft Onion Fritter Mix.
    Mix until smooth and lump-free. I recommend using your hands. Feel free to wear gloves. The batter should be thick enough to cling to the onions without being overly runny. Here's instructional video.
    spice mix with sliced onion and chopped cilantro for onion fritters
  • Shape the Fritters. Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking. Scoop small mounds of the onion mixture (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them on the parchment paper. Shape them into rough rounds for even cooking. Avoid overcrowding; leave some space between the fritters.
    onion fritters on parchment paper
  • Air Fry. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Air fry onion fritters for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even browning. The fritters are done when they’re golden brown and crispy on the outside.
    golden and crispy onion fritters straight from the air fryer
  • Serve hot and fresh. Pair with Greek Yogurt Dip, Mint Chutney, Chili Sauce or Spicy Chipotle Mayo.
    onion fritters on a plate with a dipping sauce

Notes

Tips:

  • For extra crispiness, cook in smaller batches.
  • Adjust spices to your taste—add more chili powder for a spicy kick or skip garam masala if you prefer a milder flavor.
Enjoy guilt-free, crunchy onion fritters that are just as tasty as the fried version!

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 161mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 94IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
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