Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings
Crispy and golden Air Fryer Onion Rings made with simple ingredients for a healthier take on a classic side. Perfectly seasoned, crunchy, and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- Yellow or sweet onions – for their mild and sweet flavor
- All-purpose flour – helps batter adhere to the rings
- Eggs – binds the coating to the onion
- Panko breadcrumbs – creates the crispy texture
- Parmesan cheese – adds richness and sharpness
- Paprika – enhances flavor and adds mild spice
- Garlic powder – for savory depth
- Salt and pepper – essential for balanced seasoning
- Cooking spray – promotes even browning
Instructions
- Slice onions into thick rings and separate.
- Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and panko with seasonings and Parmesan.
- Coat onion rings in flour, dip in egg, then press into panko mix.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
- Arrange onion rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving to set the coating.
Notes
- Use sweet onions for best flavor.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Double-dipping improves crunch.
- Freeze rings briefly before air frying for better coating adherence.
- Customize with spices like cayenne or herbs for different flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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