Air-Fryer Onion Rings

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These air-fryer onion rings are a great alternative to traditional deep-fried onion rings. The homemade dipping sauce adds to the savory flavor and adds a creamy note to counter the crispy coating.

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Laura Kanya
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Laura Kanya

Laura Kanya is a freelance recipe developer and tester based in Vermont. She has been active in the food industry for more than two decades in a variety of roles, including pastry chef, chef instructor, executive chef and director of operations in restaurants, resorts, catering, retail operations and food production companies.

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Updated on September 18, 2023
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

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air fryer onion rings
Photo: Jacob Fox
Active Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
Nutrition Profile:
Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian
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Ingredients

  • Cooking spray

  • 2 large (10-ounce) sweet onions, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided

  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, divided

  • 2 large eggs

  • ½ cup whole-wheat flour

  • ¾ cup buttermilk, divided

  • 3 cups panko breadcrumbs

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes. Coat the fryer basket with cooking spray.

  2. Separate onion slices into rings. Toss the onion rings with onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Whisk eggs, flour and 1/2 cup buttermilk in a shallow dish. Place panko in another shallow dish. Dip each onion ring in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the panko to coat completely; place in the fryer basket. Repeat until the basket is full. Coat the onion rings with cooking spray. Cook, flipping once, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Repeat with the remaining onion rings in batches as needed.

  3. Meanwhile, whisk mayonnaise, chives, parsley and the remaining 1/4 cup buttermilk and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder in a small bowl. Sprinkle the onion rings with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and serve with the dipping sauce.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2022

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

245 Calories
13g Fat
27g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 1 cup onion rings & 1 1/2 Tbsp. sauce
Calories 245
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 7g 14%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 53mg 18%
Vitamin A 145IU 3%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Vitamin D 12IU 3%
Vitamin E 1mg 4%
Folate 31mcg 8%
Vitamin K 31mcg 26%
Sodium 299mg 13%
Calcium 56mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%
Magnesium 23mg 5%
Potassium 190mg 4%
Zinc 1mg 9%
Omega 3 1g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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