Description
Delight in the crispy, golden goodness of Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions. These flavorful bites are easy to prepare and make for a perfect appetizer or snack at any gathering. With each layer bursting with taste and a satisfying crunch, they’re sure to be a hit whether it’s game night or a family dinner. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable flavor experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small sweet onions (like Vidalia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel onions, trimming tops and bottoms.
- In one bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until fluffy.
- Dip each onion into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place onions inside without overcrowding.
- Air fry for 10-12 minutes until golden brown; check halfway through and shake gently for even cooking.
- Let cool slightly before serving with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini blooming onion (40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg