Air Fryer Blooming Onion
Discover the joy of making an Air Fryer Blooming Onion, a delightful appetizer that impresses with its crispy petals and savory flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms a simple onion into a stunning centerpiece for your gatherings. With just a few spices and minimal prep time, you can serve up a crunchy, flavor-packed treat that’s perfect for game days or family get-togethers. Pair it with your favorite dipping sauces for an added delicious touch. Say goodbye to greasy frying methods and hello to healthier snacking with this air-fried version of the blooming onion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 large sweet onion
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil in a spray bottle
Instructions
- Prepare the onion by slicing off the top and creating evenly spaced cuts to form petals.
- Let the onion relax cut-side up for about 5 minutes.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper; in another, combine eggs, milk, and water.
- Coat the onion first in the flour mixture, then dip it in the egg mixture, followed by another flour coating.
- Chill the coated onion in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray the chilled onion with oil and cook in the air fryer for about 25 minutes, spraying oil occasionally until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blooming onion petal (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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