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Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions

Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions: Guilt-Free Delight

Enjoy these Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions, a guilt-free snack that delivers crunchy deliciousness without the calories, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 onions
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk and lemon juice if needed
  • 1 cup Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika Smoked paprika adds flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Onions
  • 2 medium Sweet Onions (e.g., Vidalia) Choose firm onions
For Cooking
  • as needed Cooking Spray/Oil

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Prepare the Onions and Batter
  1. In a bowl, combine buttermilk or a milk and lemon juice mixture, letting it sit for about 5 minutes.
  2. Peel the sweet onions, and trim the tops and bottoms, making vertical cuts to create petal-like blooms.
  3. Whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Coat and Cook the Onions
  1. Dip each prepared onion into the buttermilk, and then coat in the seasoned flour mixture.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
  3. Arrange the coated onions in the air fryer basket, spray the tops with cooking spray, and cook for 10-12 minutes.
Serve
  1. Prepare a dipping sauce by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish sauce, and lemon juice.
  2. Once the onions are crispy and golden, serve them warm alongside the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure onions are evenly coated for the best texture and adjust spices to personal taste. You can prepare the onions a day ahead for convenience.

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