How to Make Air Fryer Blooming Onions
This crispy, flavorful treat is a showstopper at any gathering! The air fryer gives the onion a beautiful golden brown while keeping it tender on the inside. With the perfect blend of spices and a zesty dipping sauce, it's sure to impress your guests.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Shallow bowls
- Tray or plate
- Tongs
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 large Onion sweet variety like Vidalia or Walla Walla, trimmed and cored
- 100 g Flour for the dry coating
- 1 large Egg for egg wash
- 50 g Breadcrumbs or panko, for the outer layer
- 15 ml Oil spray for crisping
- 50 g Mayonnaise for dipping sauce
- 30 g Ketchup for sweetness in dipping sauce
- 5 ml Hot sauce to taste in dipping sauce
- 3 g Onion powder for dipping sauce
- 3 g Garlic powder for dipping sauce
- 3 g Paprika for dipping sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 193°C.
- Coat the onion with flour, then dip in the egg wash, and roll in breadcrumbs.
- Place the blooming onion in the air fryer basket, spraying it lightly with oil.
- Cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Let it rest for a minute before serving with dipping sauce.
Notes
Tip: A short chill in the fridge after coating helps the crust set before frying.