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Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions

Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy guilt-free indulgence with Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions, a quick and easy appetizer packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Thickening Time 5 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 onions
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Buttermilk Mixture
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or milk with lemon juice
Coating
  • 1 cup Flour substitute gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika can enhance taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust according to heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Onions
  • 2 large Sweet Onions e.g., Vidalia
Air Frying
  • cooking spray Cooking Spray/Oil used to achieve crispy exterior

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk or milk with lemon juice, letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Peel sweet onions and trim the tops and bottoms.
  3. Make vertical cuts in the onions to create petal-like shapes.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  5. Dip each blooming onion into the buttermilk, ensuring it is evenly coated.
  6. Dredge the onion in the flour mixture, covering all surfaces thoroughly.
  7. Set your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
  8. Place the coated onions in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray or oil.
  9. Cook the onions in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  10. While the onions are cooking, mix together the ingredients for the dipping sauce.
  11. Once the onions are crisp and golden brown, serve them warm with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results. Keep away from pets, as onions can be toxic to them.

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