Description
Experience the delight of a crispy blooming onion, a perfect blend of flavors and textures, sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt to taste
- Oil spray for air frying
- Creamy dip (ranch or your choice)
Instructions
- Slice the onion from the top, stopping just before reaching the bottom to create petal-like sections.
- Soak the sliced onion in a bowl of buttermilk for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the dredging mix by whisking together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Dredge the onion in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring every petal is coated.
- Double-Coat the onion by dipping it back into buttermilk and then coating it with breadcrumbs.
- Spray the onion lightly with oil.
- Air Fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
- Serve with your choice of creamy dip.
Notes
For a unique flavor, customize the spices in the dredging mix. Ensure proper soaking for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: bloomin onion, appetizer, crispy onion, dipping sauce, air fryer