Air Fryer Blooming Onion
Elevate your appetizer game with this delightful Air Fryer Blooming Onion! Perfect for gatherings, game days, or just a fun family meal, this crispy onion blossom delivers restaurant-quality flavor right in your kitchen. With easy-to-find ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you’ll impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The air fryer ensures a satisfying crunch while keeping it healthier by using less oil. Customize the flavors to match your taste preferences and enjoy this guilt-free indulgence that’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: 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
- Slice the onion, removing the top and outer skin.
- Make deep, evenly spaced cuts around the onion to create petals.
- Let the onion rest cut-side up for about five minutes.
- In one bowl, combine flour and spices; in another, whisk eggs, milk, and water.
- Coat the onion with the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg mixture, followed by another layer of flour.
- Chill the coated onion in the fridge while preheating your air fryer to 350ºF.
- Spray the onion generously with oil and cook for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blooming onion (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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