Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions Easy Quick Perfect
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Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings 1x
Description
Crispy mini blooming onions easy air fryer tech for perfect quick snacks Get crunchy golden bites every time Fast delicious
Ingredients
Scale
4–6 small sweet onions (Vidalia or similar, about 2–3 inches in diameter)
1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredge)
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
1 cup all-purpose flour (for batter)
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 cup milk
1 large egg
Cooking spray or light oil for air frying
Instructions
Prepare the Onions: Peel the onions but leave the root end intact. Place the onion root-side up on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make 8-12 evenly spaced cuts from the top down towards the root, stopping about half an inch from the root. Gently open the onion layers to create a bloom.
Make the Flour Dredge: In a shallow bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well.
Dredge the Onions: Thoroughly dredge each bloomed onion in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring all crevices are coated. Gently shake off any excess flour.
Prepare the Batter: In another shallow bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1 cup milk, and 1 large egg until smooth and no lumps remain.
Batter the Onions: Dip each flour-dredged onion into the prepared wet batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Ensure an even coating.
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for at least 5 minutes.
Air Fry: Lightly spray each coated onion with cooking spray or brush with a thin layer of oil. Place the onions in the preheated air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd. Cook in batches if necessary.
Cook Until Golden: Air fry for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Halfway through cooking (around 7-10 minutes), gently flip the onions to ensure even browning. The outer layers should be crunchy, and the inner layers tender.
Serve: Carefully remove the crispy mini blooming onions from the air fryer. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (e.g., homemade blooming onion sauce, sriracha mayo, or ranch), garnished with fresh parsley or chives if desired.
