Air Fryer Onion Rings
Ready in about 29 minutes.
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Crunchy onion rings with a crisp golden crumb and sweet tender onion inside. They taste properly indulgent without the deep fryer.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, sliced into rings
- 60 g plain flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 120 g breadcrumbs or panko
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Cooking spray
Method
- 1Separate the onion slices into rings.
- 2Set up bowls of flour, beaten egg and breadcrumbs mixed with the salt and paprika.
- 3Dip each ring in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F and spray the rings lightly with oil.
- 5Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- 6Serve straight away with your favourite dip.
Tips for the best results
- Panko gives the crunchiest coating.
- Work in batches so the rings stay crisp rather than steaming.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer onion rings steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer onion rings?
A typical starting point is 200°C / 400°F for 8-10 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer onion rings ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer onion rings serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.