Air Fryer Onion Rings

Air Fryer Onion Rings offer a healthier and equally satisfying alternative to traditional deep-fried onion rings. By harnessing the power of hot air circulation, the air fryer produces onion rings with a perfectly crispy exterior while using significantly less oil. This recipe ensures that you can enjoy the irresistible combination of sweet, tender onions enveloped in a crunchy coating without the guilt. Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, these air-fried onion rings are sure to become a favorite.

Overview of the Recipe:

Onion rings, with their savory and slightly sweet flavor, are a classic comfort food. The challenge lies in achieving the perfect balance between a crispy coating and tender, caramelized onions. The air fryer makes this process easier by circulating hot air around the onion rings, creating a golden-brown crust with minimal oil. This recipe focuses on enhancing the natural sweetness of the onions while providing a light and crunchy texture that will have you reaching for more.

Ingredients and Their Benefits:

1. Sweet Onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla): Sweet onions are chosen for their mild and sweet flavor, which complements the savory coating. Onions are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
2. All-Purpose Flour: The flour creates a dry surface on the onion rings, allowing the egg wash to adhere and the breadcrumb coating to stick.
3. Eggs: Eggs act as a binder, helping the breadcrumb coating adhere to the onions and creating a crispy texture.
4. Panko Breadcrumbs: Panko breadcrumbs, with their larger and flakier texture, contribute to the onion rings’ crunchiness. They create a light and airy coating.
5. Parmesan Cheese: Grated Parmesan adds a savory and salty kick to the breadcrumb coating. It enhances the overall flavor profile of the onion rings.
6. Garlic Powder and Paprika: These seasonings provide depth and a hint of smokiness to the breadcrumb coating, elevating the flavor of the onion rings.
7. Vegetable Oil (for spraying): Using a cooking spray or brush to lightly coat the onion rings with vegetable oil helps achieve a golden-brown finish in the air fryer.

Air Fryer Onion Rings

Recipe by Puredishes.com

Air Fryer Onion Rings offer a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite, featuring sweet onions encased in a crispy and flavorful coating. This recipe maximizes the use of the air fryer to achieve the perfect balance of tenderness and crunchiness. Quick and easy to prepare, these onion rings are ideal for a delicious and healthier snack or side dish.

Course: AppetizersCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

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Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet onions (Vidalia or Walla Walla), sliced into rings

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Vegetable oil (for spraying)

Directions

• Preheat the Air Fryer:
  Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes.
• Prepare the Breading Station:
  In three separate bowls, set up a breading station. Place flour in the first bowl, beaten eggs in the second bowl, and a mixture of Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in the third bowl.
• Coat the Onion Rings:
  Take each onion ring and coat it in the flour, shaking off any excess.
  Dip the floured onion ring into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is well coated.
  Roll the onion ring in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the onion to adhere.
• Repeat the Breading Process:
  If desired, repeat the dipping process by coating the onion ring in the egg wash and breadcrumbs again for an extra crispy coating.
• Spray with Vegetable Oil:
  Lightly spray or brush the breaded onion rings with vegetable oil. This helps achieve a golden-brown finish in the air fryer.
• Air Fry the Onion Rings:
  Place the breaded onion rings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
  Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping the onion rings halfway through the cooking time or until they are golden brown and crispy.
• Serve Immediately:
  Once cooked, remove the onion rings from the air fryer and serve immediately. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

• Experiment with different seasonings in the breadcrumb coating, such as onion powder or cayenne pepper, for varied flavors.
• For extra crispiness, consider adding a touch of cornstarch to the flour in the breading process.