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Crispy Air Fryer Blooming Onion

Crispy Air Fryer Blooming Onion: Your New Favorite Appetizer

This Crispy Air Fryer Blooming Onion is a healthier take on your favorite appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onion
  • 1 piece Yellow Onion Can substitute with Vidalia onions.
For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a similar texture.
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Essential for crispiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Try smoked paprika for a twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can work in a pinch; reduce quantity.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to your taste.
For Binding
  • 1 piece Egg Opt for a flax egg to keep it vegan.
For Cooking
  • as needed Cooking Spray Olive oil spray is a healthier option.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Onion: Cut off the top and bottom of the yellow onion, slice into petals, and soak in cold water for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Batter: In one bowl, whisk an egg. In another bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the Onion: Dip the soaked onion in the egg mixture, then coat with the dry mixture. Repeat for a thick layer.
  4. Air Frying: Preheat air fryer to 400°F, spray onion with cooking spray, cook upside down for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
  5. Resting: Remove from air fryer and let the onion rest on a wire rack for a few minutes.
  6. Serve: Present on a platter with a spicy dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Soaking the onion helps loosen the petals and enhance crispiness. Allowing the onion to rest improves texture.

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