Certainly! Making a blooming onion in an air fryer is a healthier alternative to deep frying. Here’s a simple recipe for an air fryer blooming onion:
Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Cooking spray or olive oil spray
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Onion:
- Cut about 1/2 inch off the top of the onion (the side with the root).
- Peel the onion and cut about 1/2 inch off the bottom, making sure to leave the root intact.
- Cut the onion into 16 equal wedges, stopping about 1/2 inch from the root end. This will create the “blooming” effect.
- Prepare the Dredge Mixture:
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare the Egg Wash:
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Dredge the Onion:
- Place the onion in the flour mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated.
- Shake off any excess flour.
- Dip the onion into the egg wash, making sure to coat each wedge.
- Dredge Again:
- Place the onion back into the flour mixture and coat it again.
- Arrange in the Air Fryer Basket:
- Carefully open the onion layers a bit to help with even cooking.
- Lightly spray the onion with cooking spray or use an olive oil spray.
- Air Fry:
- Place the onion in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for about 15-20 minutes or until the onion is golden brown and crispy. Check halfway through and adjust the time if needed.
- Serve:
- Once done, carefully transfer the blooming onion to a serving plate.
- You can serve it with your favorite dipping sauce, such as a spicy mayo or a tangy barbecue sauce.
Enjoy your delicious and healthier air fryer blooming onion! Adjust the seasoning to your liking for a personalized flavor.
