Air Fryer Onion Rings

Air Fryer Onion Rings

Yield: 4 servings

Air fryer onion rings are a delightful twist on a classic favorite. These crispy, golden rings are the perfect snack or side dish, delivering all the crunch and flavor of deep-fried onion rings without the guilt.

Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion, sliced into ½-inch rings
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1¼ cups panko bread crumbs
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 370°F. Preheating ensures that the onion rings start cooking immediately upon being placed in the basket, which helps achieve that perfect crispiness.
  2. Take each onion ring and coat it with flour, making sure to shake off any excess.
  3. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any extra egg to drip back into the bowl.
  4. Finally, coat the ring thoroughly with the panko mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the crumbs adhere well. Place each coated ring on a large plate.
  5. Arrange the onion rings in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if needed. Lightly drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Air fry at 370°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.