Air Fried Onion Rings
Experience the irresistible crunch of **Air Fried Onion Rings**, a lighter twist on a classic comfort food that’s packed with flavor. This quick and easy recipe transforms thick slices of yellow onions into golden, crispy perfection using the magic of air frying—no deep fryer required! Each ring is coated in a savory blend of paprika, garlic powder, and Parmesan-infused panko breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with tangy buttermilk. Ready in just 30 minutes, these onion rings are the ultimate appetizer, snack, or side dish, perfect for dipping in ranch or spicy ketchup. Whether you're craving something indulgent or aiming to eat guilt-free, these air fried onion rings deliver all the crispy goodness without the extra oil.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 Large yellow onions
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rings. Separate the rings and set aside.
In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the buttermilk into a second shallow bowl.
In a third shallow bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
Dredge each onion ring in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Dip the floured onion ring into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off.
Finally, coat the onion ring in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure it sticks.
Place the coated onion rings on a plate or baking sheet until all are prepared.
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange the onion rings in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap (cook in batches if necessary).
Lightly spray the tops of the onion rings with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Repeat with remaining onion rings, spraying and cooking in batches as needed.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or spicy ketchup.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.0 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 968 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 311 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
