Air-fried Onion Rings are a great recipe and fun appetizer for the whole family. Plus, they are a healthy option since they are cooked in the air fryer. Enjoy the crispiest onion rings in the comfort of your home. It's amazing that these simple ingredients can make such a delicious dish.
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BEST DIPPING SAUCES FOR ONION RINGS
A delicious onion ring must have the perfect accompaniment. This classic appetizer already taste great on its own but eating it with some dipping sauce is another thing. Here are some
RANCH DRESSING
You can use store-bought ranch or make your own with mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, and chopped fresh herbs like dill and chives.
HOT SAUCE
For a spicy kick, you can use hot sauce. Or chili sauce, whichever you prefer.
KETCHUP
Nothing beats the classic. A classic appetizer for a classic dip, the perfect combination!
SRIRACHA MAYO
Mix mayonnaise with sriracha sauce for a creamy and spicy dip that adds a bit of heat to your onion rings.
GARLIC AIOLI
Make a simple garlic aioli by mixing mayonnaise with minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. The garlicky flavor complements the crispy onion rings beautifully.
TIPS FOR CRISPY ONION RINGS
Listed below are some guidelines to remember in order to get crispy onion rings in the air fryer:
CHOOSE THE RIGHT ONIONS
Use Walla Walla or Vidalia onions, which are large and sweet, for the finest flavor and texture.
SLICE EVENLY
To guarantee equal cooking, cut the onions to a consistent thickness.
DON'T OVERCROWD
Overcrowding the air fryer basket can lead to uneven cooking and soggy onion rings. Cook in batches if needed.
SOAK IN BUTTERMILK
Soak the onion rings in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes before breading. This helps tenderize the onions and adds flavor.
MORE FUN AIR FRYER SIDE DISH RECIPES
Aside from onion rings, of course, there are lots of side dishes or snacks that you can air fry as well. These recipes are great since they won't need deep frying. Check out these ideas for you to try next time:
1. Air Fryer French Fries
Fries are something that everybody loves. Well, I think most people do. A lot of restaurants have them, too. No need to go to your favorite restaurant anymore because you can easily make them at home!
This might be something unusual to you but this will be worth the try! Crispy on the outside and yummy soft in the inside.
3. Carrot Chips
For something more healthy, check out this recipe. Get your kids to eat some vegetables with this incredible snack idea!
Crunchy zucchini is the best. Perfect with almost any dip and is very satisfying!
INGREDIENTS
To make this scrumptious snack, you are going to need the following ingredients:
- Onions
- Breadcrumbs
- All-purpose Flour
- Paprika
- Salt
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Egg
- Buttermilk
HOW TO MAKE ONION RINGS IN THE AIR FRYER
Now that you have gathered all of your ingredients, it is time to make this yummy recipe. Follow the instructions below for the best results!
STEP ONE: PREPARE INGREDIENTS FOR HOMEMADE ONION RINGS
Grab your sweet onions, peel them, and slice them into half-inch rings. After that's done, set them aside first. In a medium bowl, toss in flour, paprika, salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix them until they are fully combined.
STEP TWO: DO THE BUTTERMILK MIXTURE
Be sure to put the mixtures in separate shallow bowls. Get a second bowl to put in the egg and buttermilk. Whisk those ingredients together well.
STEP THREE: DO THE FLOUR MIXTURE
Lastly, in a third bowl, add the breadcrumbs and salt. You can use panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs. It is up to you.
STEP FOUR: COAT THE ONION RINGS
Dip onion rings into the egg wash and cover with the panko mixture. Shake off any excess flour before setting aside.
STEP FIVE: AIR FRY ONION RINGS
Preheat your air fryer to 360 degrees F for about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer the coated onion rings to the air fryer basket. Place the onion ring pieces in a single layer and spray with cooking spray before closing the basket. Set the cooking time to 5 to 6 minutes and wait until they are golden brown.
STEP SIX: SERVE YOUR CRISPY AIR FRYER ONION RINGS
After cooking the onion rings recipe, transfer to a serving plate and be sure to serve them right away with your favorite dipping sauce.
WEIGHT WATCHERS POINTS
Divide the onion rings into 4 equal portions. Each portion is a serving. There are 5 points per serving if you use every bit of flour, breadcrumbs, and buttermilk. I think we all know that there are always leftovers when dredging items. I would personally count 3 or 4 points per serving, but it is up to you! 🙂
WEIGHT WATCHERS FRIENDLY AIR FRYER ONION RINGS
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These air fryer onion rings are the bomb! Surprise your friends and family with this great snack that they can munch on!
- 2 sweet onions
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic Powder
- 1 egg
- ½ cup 2% buttermilk
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Peel the onions and slice it into ½” rings and set aside.
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In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, paprika, salt, onion powder and garlic powder.
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In a second shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk. Stir the breadcrumbs and salt together in a third bowl.
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Dip each onion ring into the egg mixture, then dredge the onion through the flour mixture. Shake off the excess flour
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Dip into the egg mixture again, and dredge through the breadcrumb mixture, covering completely.
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Preheat the air fryer to 360°F for 1 – 2 minutes. Place the onion rings in the air fryer in a single layer, and spray with cooking spray.
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Cook for 5 – 6 minutes until golden and crispy. Repeat with the remaining onion rings.
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Serve immediately with your favourite dipping sauces.
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