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Air Fryer Blooming Onion Recipe

Air Fryer Blooming Onion Recipe


  • Author: lilan
  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 1 blooming onion 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make a delicious Blooming Onion in the Air Fryer with this easy recipe. A crispy and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for sharing!


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 large onion (Vidalia or sweet onion)

Seasoned Flour:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper

Egg Wash:

  • 2 large eggs

Breadcrumb Coating:

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

  1. Prepare the onion: Cut off the top, peel the skin, and slice downward to create petal shapes without cutting through the root.
  2. Make seasoned flour: In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Prepare egg wash: Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl until smooth.
  4. Coat the onion: Dip it in egg wash, then coat thoroughly with seasoned flour.
  5. Apply breadcrumb coating: Return to egg wash and roll in panko breadcrumbs until fully covered.
  6. Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the coated onion with cooking spray and place it in the basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Fry
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 294 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 646mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 93mg

Keywords: Blooming Onion, Air Fryer, Appetizer, Vegetarian, Easy Recipe