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Air Fryer Onion Rings
Ingredients
- 2 large yellow onions, cut into ½-inch rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup regular breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Peel onions and cut into ½-inch thick slices, separate into individual rings
Pat onion rings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture
Set up breading station with three bowls: flour in first, beaten eggs in second, breadcrumb mixture in third
Mix panko, regular breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper in third bowl
Dredge each onion ring in flour, shaking off excess
Dip floured ring into beaten eggs, coating completely
Press ring firmly into breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly
Place breaded rings on wire rack over baking sheet
Refrigerate breaded onion rings for 10 minutes to set coating
Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes
Spray air fryer basket generously with cooking spray
Arrange onion rings in single layer in basket, not overlapping
Spray tops of rings generously with cooking spray
Cook at 400°F for 6 minutes, then carefully flip each ring
Spray flipped side with oil and cook additional 6 minutes until golden brown and crispy
Serve immediately while hot and crispy
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Yes but yellow or sweet onions work best. Red onions are slightly more bitter.
Pat onions dry refrigerate after breading and press breadcrumbs firmly onto rings.
Yes use gluten-free flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs. Almond flour also works.
Combination gives best texture. Panko for crunch regular for coating adherence.
Yes bake at 425°F for 15-18 minutes flipping halfway. Won't be as crispy.