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Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions

Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions - Crunchy Guilt-Free Treat

Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions are a healthier, flavorful alternative to the classic fried version, ready in under 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 onions
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or milk with lemon juice
  • 1 cup Flour use gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
  • 1 tbsp Paprika smoked paprika enhances the flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust for spice level
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
For the Onions
  • 4 medium Sweet Onions e.g., Vidalia
  • 1 tbsp Cooking Spray/Oil
Optional Dipping Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise creates a creamy base
  • 0.25 cup Ketchup adds sweetness and tang
  • 1 tbsp Horseradish Sauce mix to taste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice adjust to liking

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Mix buttermilk in a bowl; let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
  2. Peel and slice the tops and bottoms off the sweet onions; make vertical cuts to form petals.
  3. Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Dip each onion in buttermilk, then roll in the flour mixture; repeat for extra crunch.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 380°F for 5 minutes.
  6. Arrange coated onions in the air fryer basket and spray the tops with cooking oil.
  7. Cook onions for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
  8. Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl for dipping sauce.
  9. Serve warm with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These mini blooming onions are a healthier version of a classic appetizer, perfect for gatherings.

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