Description
A healthier twist on a classic favorite, these mini blooming onions are crispy and flavorful, making them perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small onions
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the onions by cutting the tops off, peeling them, and slicing the bottoms for stability.
- Mix the coating by combining the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Coat the onions by dipping each into the flour mixture, then eggs, and finally the breadcrumbs.
- Spray the coated onions with cooking spray and place them in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Store leftover blooming onions in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 205mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg