Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings with Smoky Paprika
These air fryer onion rings are a healthier and incredibly crispy alternative to deep-fried versions. With a subtly smoky flavor and baked to a golden brown, they are the perfect snack or an ideal side dish.
Preparation
20 min.
Cook / Bake
15 min.
Servings
4
Calories
280 kcal
Ingredients
for 4 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
- 2 mediumlarge onions
- 120 gall-purpose flour
- 60 gcornstarch
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 0.5 tspgarlic powder
- 0.5 tsponion powder
- 1 Pinchsalt(to taste)
- 1 Pinchblack pepper(to taste)
- 200 mlcold sparkling water
- 100 gPanko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbspvegetable oil
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them into 1 cm (0.4 inch) thick rings. Separate the rings and set them aside.
In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk well.
Gradually add the cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking until you have a smooth, thin batter. Make sure there are no lumps.
In another shallow bowl, place the Panko breadcrumbs.
Dip each onion ring first into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated, then transfer it to the Panko breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs gently onto the onion ring to ensure it's well covered.
Arrange the breaded onion rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd it. You will likely need to cook them in batches.
Lightly spray the top of the onion rings with vegetable oil. Air fry for 10-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model.
Remove the crispy onion rings from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Varianten
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter for a spicy kick.
- Experiment with different spices in the batter, such as chili powder or cumin.
Ersatz & Alternativen
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free all-purpose flour and gluten-free Panko breadcrumbs.
- Any neutral-flavored oil can be used instead of vegetable oil for spraying.
Aufbewahrung
Store leftover onion rings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes until crispy again.
Einfrieren
To freeze, arrange cooked and cooled onion rings in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month. Reheat from frozen in the air fryer.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
280 kcal
Protein
7 g
Carbohydrates
48 g
Fat
6 g
Fiber
4 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/crispy-air-fryer-onion-rings-with-smoky-paprika
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