Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings with Panko (Print version)
Sweet onion rings coated in seasoned flour, buttermilk, egg, and panko, then air fried until golden and crisp.
# Ingredients:
For the onion rings
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1 large sweet onion, about 12 oz (340 g), sliced into 1/2-inch rings
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2/3 cup (85 g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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2 large eggs
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2/3 cup (160 ml) buttermilk
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1 1/2 cups (90 g) panko breadcrumbs
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Olive oil spray or avocado oil spray
For serving
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Ketchup, ranch, spicy mayo, or sweet onion sauce
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Flaky salt, optional
# Instructions:
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Peel the onion and slice it into 1/2-inch rounds. Separate into rings and pat dry with paper towels.
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In a shallow bowl, stir together the flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
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In a second shallow bowl, whisk the eggs with the buttermilk until smooth. Put the panko and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a third bowl.
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Dip each onion ring into the flour, then the egg wash, then the panko. Press gently so the crumbs stick, then place on a rack or sheet pan.
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Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes. Spray both sides of the breaded rings lightly with oil.
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Arrange rings in a single layer with space between them. Air fry for 9-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisp. Cook in batches as needed.
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Sprinkle hot rings with a little flaky salt if using. Serve right away with dipping sauce.
# Good to know:
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Best served immediately while the panko is crisp.
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Cook time assumes two batches in a basket-style air fryer.
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Use similar-sized onion rings for the most even cooking.