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Yesica Andrews

Air Fryer Crispy Onions Made Irresistibly Easy

Discover how to make perfect Air Fryer Crispy Onions that are golden, crunchy, and bursting with flavor. This recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Onions uses just a hint of oil and no deep frying, making it a healthier and hassle-free alternative. Enjoy the irresistible texture and caramelized taste with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium to large yellow onions (or around 1 lb)
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil

Method
 

  1. Peel and cut onion into thin round slices.
  2. Drizzle oil over the slices and gently separate the rings.
  3. Place the onion rings in the air fryer basket.
  4. Fry initially at 300F for 10 min, gently mixing the rings every 5 min.
  5. Lower temperature to 240F and continue frying, gently mixing every 5 min for 15-18 min until desired color and texture is achieved.

Notes

  • You may use either red or yellow onions, but red onions will yield a darker color. Cooking times may vary based on onion quantity; adjust by checking every 5 minutes at 240F until crispy and caramelized.