Air Fryer Crispy Mini Blooming Onions
A delightful bite-sized version of the classic onion bloom, perfectly crispy and easy to make using an air fryer.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces mini onions Small onions are ideal for blooming.
- 1 cup buttermilk Helps tenderize the onions.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Basic coating ingredient.
- 1 teaspoon paprika Adds flavor.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Gives a savory taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds a bit of spice.
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for extra heat.
- Cooking spray For crispiness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering your ingredients.
- Carefully cut slits in the mini onions towards the root, without cutting through, to enhance blooming.
Soaking
- Soak the prepared mini onions in buttermilk for about 30 minutes.
Coating
- Combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.
- Remove onions from buttermilk, letting excess liquid drip off.
- Coat mini onions evenly in the flour mixture, shaking off excess flour.
Air Frying
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly spray coated onions with cooking spray.
- Arrange mini onions in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the onions for 10-12 minutes, keeping an eye on them to avoid burning.
Serving
- Remove crispy mini blooming onions from the air fryer and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Best when served fresh and hot.