Air Fryer Blooming Onion

The air-fried blooming onion works wonderfully as a light snack, especially when paired with a delicious paprika dip.

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Step 1

I started by carefully removing all the skins from the onion, being extra gentle not to rip or damage the outer layers – this helps the onion hold its shape during cooking. Then, I flipped the onion upside down (root end facing up, just like in the photo), and made even slices down through the onion, stopping short of the root so that it would stay intact and bloom out as it cooked.

Step 2

In a small bowl, I whisked together two eggs with a tablespoon of mayonnaise and a good squeeze of hot sauce to create a creamy, spicy coating. In a separate bowl, I poured in about three tablespoons of panko breadcrumbs, ready for the next step.

Step 3

Next, I dipped the prepared onion into the egg mixture, making sure it was fully coated – even between the petals – so the breadcrumbs would stick nicely. Then, I gently transferred the onion to the panko bowl, turning and pressing it to coat all sides and edges.

Step 4

Once breaded, I placed the onion into the air fryer drawer, leaving the crisper plate in. Set the temperature to 180°C and cooking for around 15 to 20 minutes. I flipped or turned it gently at the halfway point to ensure it crisped up evenly.

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