🧅 Air Fryer Onion Rings

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 large yellow or sweet onions

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tbsp milk

• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• Cooking spray or olive oil spray

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Onions

1. Peel onions and slice into ½-inch thick rings.

2. Separate rings and set aside.

2️⃣ Set Up Breading Station

You’ll need 3 bowls:

• Bowl 1: Flour + salt + pepper

• Bowl 2: Whisked eggs + milk

• Bowl 3: Panko + garlic powder + paprika

3️⃣ Bread the Rings

1. Dredge onion ring in flour.

2. Dip into egg mixture.

3. Coat in panko, pressing gently to stick.

4. Place on a plate.
   (Repeat for all rings.)

4️⃣ Air Fry

1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

2. Lightly spray basket with oil.

3. Arrange rings in a single layer (don’t overlap).

4. Spray tops lightly with oil.

5. Cook 8–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.

Cook in batches if needed.

🍽️ Dipping Sauce Ideas

• Ranch dressing

• Spicy mayo (mayo + hot sauce)

• Honey mustard

• BBQ sauce

• Garlic aioli

❓ Q & A

Q: Why aren’t mine crispy?

• Not enough oil spray

• Basket overcrowded

• Not using panko

• Air fryer not preheated

Q: Can I make them gluten-free?

Yes! Use:

• Gluten-free flour

• Gluten-free panko or crushed cornflakes

Q: Can I make them dairy-free?

Yes — replace milk with water or plant milk.

Q: Can I freeze them?

Yes! Freeze breaded (uncooked) rings on a tray, then store in freezer bag. Air fry straight from frozen at 375°F for 12–15 minutes.

Q: Best onion to use?

• Sweet onions (milder flavor)

• Yellow onions (classic taste)