Air Fryer Onion Rings

Ouadie Rhabbouron

f course! Air Fryer Onion Rings are a game-changer. You get that satisfying crispy, crunchy coating and tender sweet onion inside, but with a fraction of the oil and mess of deep-frying.

Here’s a foolproof recipe for incredibly crispy and delicious air fryer onion rings.

The Crispiest Air Fryer Onion Rings

This recipe uses a double-coating technique (flour, egg, breadcrumbs) to ensure maximum crispiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Servings: 2-4

Ingredients

· 1 large sweet onion (Vidalia or Spanish are best), sliced into ½-inch thick rings
· ½ cup all-purpose flour
· 1 teaspoon garlic powder
· 1 teaspoon paprika (for color and flavor)
· ½ teaspoon salt
· ¼ teaspoon black pepper
· 2 large eggs
· 1 tablespoon milk (or buttermilk for extra tang)
· 1 ½ cups Panko breadcrumbs (see note below for why Panko is key)
· Non-stick cooking spray or an oil sprayer (avocado or olive oil)

For Dipping: Ketchup, ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, or comeback sauce.

Instructions

  1. Prep the Onions: Slice the onion into ½-inch thick rings. Separate the rings and set aside. Discard the very small inner pieces or save them for another use.
  2. Set Up Your Breading Station: You’ll need three shallow bowls or plates.
    · Bowl 1 (Dry): Whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    · Bowl 2 (Wet): Whisk the eggs and milk together until smooth.
    · Bowl 3 (Crispy): Place the Panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Bread the Onion Rings: Working one ring at a time:
    · Step 1: Dredge the ring in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
    · Step 2: Dip it into the egg wash, letting the excess drip off.
    · Step 3: Press the ring firmly into the Panko breadcrumbs, ensuring it’s fully and evenly coated. Gently shake off any loose crumbs.
    · Place the coated ring on a baking sheet or plate. Repeat with the remaining rings.
  4. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3-5 minutes. Preheating is crucial for immediate crispiness!
  5. Cook in Batches: Lightly spray the preheated air fryer basket with oil. Place the onion rings in a single layer in the basket, making sure they aren’t touching or overlapping. You will need to cook in 2-3 batches.
    · Lightly spray the tops of the onion rings with oil. This helps them brown and get extra crispy.
  6. Air Fry: Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping the rings halfway through and spraying the other side lightly with oil when you flip. They are done when they are golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve Immediately: Onion rings are best served hot and fresh from the air fryer right out of the basket! Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.

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