How to Make Air-Fried Onion Rings - A Step-by-Step Guide

Onion rings are a beloved and iconic snack, often found at carnivals, fairs, and restaurants. They are crispy, savory, and satisfying, making them a favorite indulgence for many. While they are typically deep-fried, many people are opting for a healthier alternative by air-frying their onion rings. In this recipe, we will show you how to achieve that same crispy, crunchy texture without the excess oil and grease.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large onion, cut into rings
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • cooking spray
  • 2 pinches garlic powder
  • 2 pinches paprika

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Stir flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt together in a small bowl. Dip onion rings into the flour mixture until coated, then place onto a plate.
  • Stir milk and egg into the remaining flour mixture using a fork. Dip the floured rings into the batter to coat. Place onto a wire rack until the batter stops dripping.
  • Place bread crumbs into a shallow dish. Place rings, one at a time, into bread crumbs, scooping crumbs over the top until evenly coated. Give rings a hard tap as you remove them from the crumbs; the coating should cling very well.
  • Heat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to the manufacturer's instructions. Place rings into the air fryer basket so they are side-by-side without overlapping; spray lightly with cooking spray, then flip rings.
  • Place the basket into the air fryer and cook until rings are golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with garlic powder and paprika.
  • Nutrition

    321 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 51mg
    • Sodium: 1069mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 277mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 259mg