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Air Fried Pearl Onions

Crispy Air Fried Pearl Onions: Snack Smart with Flavor!

Enjoy the crispy goodness of Air Fried Pearl Onions, a low-calorie snack perfect for game days or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works well too.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Try smoked paprika for bolder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt is preferable.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly cracked for best taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Omit if a milder flavor is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can also be used.
For the Pearls
  • 12 oz Frozen Pearl Onions Fresh onions can be used with cooking time adjustments.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can substitute for a vegan option.
For Crisping
  • 1 tablespoon Oil in a Spray Bottle Olive oil or avocado oil is recommended.

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Microwave
  • Bowls
  • Tray
  • Spray bottle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by microwaving your frozen pearl onions for about 2 minutes. Drain and dry thoroughly with a towel.
  2. Prepare two bowls: beat an egg in one and mix flour, paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne, and garlic powder in the other.
  3. Dredge each onion in the flour mixture, dip in egg, then coat again in flour, pressing gently.
  4. Place the coated onions on a tray and chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes. Arrange onions in the basket, spray with oil, and air fry for 3 minutes. Shake, spray again, and cook for another 3 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately while hot and crispy, accompanied by your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4piecesCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to dry onions thoroughly and chill for best results in crispiness.

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