Description
Blooming onions are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that blends crispy texture with savory flavor, all while being healthier thanks to the air fryer. This blooming onion recipe transforms the indulgent classic into a fun and accessible dish for any occasion?perfect for game days, family gatherings, or simply treating yourself. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you?ll impress friends and family with this delightful treat that?s both visually stunning and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet onion (such as Vidalia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ? cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ? cup mayonnaise
- ? cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp horseradish
Instructions
- Prepare the Onion: Peel and trim the top of the onion, keeping the root intact. Cut about eight sections down toward the root without slicing through.
- Create Breading Station: Set up three bowls with flour mixed with cornstarch and seasonings, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with more seasoning.
- Coat the Onion: Dip each petal in the flour mixture, then egg wash, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat to 375?F (190?C) and spray the coated onion with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook: Place in air fryer basket and cook for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Make Dipping Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, and spices until well combined.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blooming onion petal (about 80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg