Air Fryer Onion Rings
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Air Fryer Onion Rings
Description
This Air Fryer Onion Rings recipe starts by seasoning panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt. Onion rings sliced about half an inch thick are individually dredged in flour, dipped in beaten eggs, and coated thoroughly in the panko mixture. Drizzling with olive oil helps the breadcrumbs turn golden and crispy in the air fryer set to 370°F.
The onion rings cook in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding, and finish in 8 to 11 minutes, achieving a crunchy exterior and tender onion inside. A final brief reheating step can restore crispness to any rings cooled from prior batches. The suggested accompaniment, tartar sauce, provides a tangy contrast complementing the savory coating.
This method minimizes oil use while still delivering a satisfying crunchy texture. It’s a practical option for a snack or side dish, with flavor enhanced by the seasoned panko and the gentle heat of the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups panko bread crumbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Heaping ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- 2 egg large
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 yellow onion sliced into ½-inch rings
- extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
- tartar sauce optional, for dipping
Instructions
- On a rimmed tray, mix the panko, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. In a small shallow bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Place the flour in another small bowl.
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F.
- Dip each onion ring into the flour, then tap to remove any excess flour. Dip it in the egg, coat with the panko mixture, and then place on a large plate.
- Drizzle the onion rings with olive oil and transfer them to the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer with a little space around each ring. Don’t overcrowd the basket. Work in batches if necessary. Air fry for 8 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Repeat with any remaining onion rings. Serve with tartar sauce, if desired.
Notes
- After cooking all batches, reheat all onion rings together in the air fryer for 1 to 2 minutes to regain crispness if some have cooled.
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