Description
A healthier twist on the classic blooming onion using an air fryer for a crispy texture without the extra calories.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Buttermilk (or milk mixed with lemon juice)
- 1 cup Flour (substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tbsp Paprika (consider using smoked paprika)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 2 medium Sweet Onions (like Vidalia)
- As needed Cooking Spray/Oil
Instructions
- Prepare the onions by cutting them into blooming shapes, keeping the root intact.
- Soak the cut onions in buttermilk for at least 10 minutes.
- Prepare the coating by whisking together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the soaked onions in the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare for frying by spraying the coated onions with cooking spray.
- Air Fry the onions for 12 minutes, checking for golden brown color.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
Serve with dipping sauces like ranch, spicy mayo, honey mustard, or chipotle sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: air fryer, blooming onions, healthy snack, vegetarian, guilt-free