Description
Air fryer onion rings are a mouthwatering, healthier alternative to traditional fried snacks. With a perfectly crispy exterior and tender, sweet onion inside, this recipe delivers on flavor while minimizing oil usage. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delightful onion rings that are perfect for game nights, movie marathons, or as a side dish to your favorite meals. Serve them hot with an array of dipping sauces like ranch, ketchup, or spicy mayo for an unforgettable snacking experience. Your family and friends will be impressed by this easy-to-make treat that satisfies cravings without the guilt.
Ingredients
- 2 large yellow onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika)
Instructions
- Slice onions into half-inch rings.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
- Dip each onion ring into flour, then egg, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the coated rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 onion rings (80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added crunch, mix different seasonings into the breadcrumb mixture. Soak the onion rings in cold water for 30 minutes before breading to enhance crispiness.