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Mini Air Fryer Blooming Onions

Crispy, flavorful petals of onion air-fried to perfection, making a healthy and impressive appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 small small onions
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Cooking spray For air frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel each onion and cut off the top. Carefully slice downwards, creating petals while keeping the root intact.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
  4. Dip each onion into the flour mixture, ensuring it’s thoroughly coated. Soak the onion in the egg mixture before rolling it in breadcrumbs.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spray the coated onions with cooking spray and place them in the basket.
  3. Cook for 15-20 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Serving
  1. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!

Notes

These blooming beauties can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place them back into the air fryer for about 5 minutes at 375°F. You can also freeze them for later use—freeze in a single layer before transferring to a freezer-safe bag.