Air Fryer Onion Rings are a great choice as a snack or side dish for any gathering or iftar. In addition to their unique ring shape, they are famous for their slightly sweet and savory flavor. Instead of deep-frying, you can make crispy and tasty onion rings with an air fryer, a healthier option.
Air Fryer Onion Rings Recipe
Savor the crispy perfection of Air Fryer Onion Rings, golden, crunchy, and delicious! Enjoy guilt-free snacking with this healthier twist on a classic favorite.
Type: Appetizer
Keywords: Air Fryer Onion Rings
Recipe Yield: 4
Calories: 356 Calories
Preparation Time: 5 Minutes
Cooking Time: 6 Minutes
Total Time: 11 Minutes
Recipe Ingredients:
- Sweet Onion- 1 Large (cut into ½-inch thick rounds and separated into rings)
- All-purpose flour- 1/2 cup
- Panko Breadcrumbs- 1 cup
- Smoked paprika- 1 Teaspoon
- Cooking Spray
- Kosher salt-1/2 Teaspoon Divided
- Egg- 1 large
Recipe Instructions:
Cooking Process:
- Combine 1/4 teaspoon salt, flour, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
- Beat the egg and water in a different bowl.
- Mix the panko breadcrumbs with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a separate bowl.
- Shake off any excess flour mixture after tossing the onion rings in it. Next, dip into the egg mixture, letting any extra runoff. As a last step, push the sides of the onion rings into the panko mixture to ensure a good coating.
- Brush cooking spray on both the inside and outside of the onion rings.
- Ensure that the air fryer's basket contains just one layer of onion rings.
- Flip the onion rings halfway through cooking time (about 6 minutes) and continue cooking at 375°F for another 5 to 6 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown.
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