Ingredients
Scale
- 4 small onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Peel the onions and cut off the tops. Carefully cut into the onion to create petals, leaving the root end intact to hold them together.
- Mix the Flour Coating: In a bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.
- Coat the Onions: Dip each onion first into the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dip into the egg mixture, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Air Fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the coated onions with cooking spray and place them in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the Mini Blooming Onions hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions: Pair these mini blooming onions with dipping sauces like ranch, aioli, or spicy mayo for an extra kick.
- Customization: Add different spices like cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the flour mixture to vary the flavor.
- Air Fryer Tips: Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian