Description
Crispy air-fried pearl onions deliver a tangy, golden-brown delight that elevates any meal from ordinary to extraordinary. Quick and simple preparation ensures perfect caramelization, giving you a delectable side dish that crunches with irresistible flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 bag frozen pearl onions
- 1 egg
- 1 cup flour (120 grams)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Cooking Ingredient:
- Oil in a spray bottle (cooking spray)
Instructions
- Soften pearl onions in microwave for approximately 2 minutes to ease peeling and preparation.
- Whisk egg thoroughly in a medium mixing vessel.
- Combine dry ingredients including flour, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder in a separate bowl.
- Carefully drain microwaved onions and meticulously blot excess moisture using paper towels.
- Methodically dredge each onion first in seasoned flour mixture, then immerse in beaten egg, and re-coat with flour for enhanced crispiness.
- Chill coated onions in refrigerator for 10 minutes to help breading adhere during cooking.
- Activate air fryer and preheat to 380°F for precise temperature calibration.
- Strategically arrange onions in a single, non-overlapping layer within air fryer basket and lightly mist with cooking spray.
- Execute initial air frying cycle for 3 minutes, gently agitate basket, apply additional oil spray, then continue cooking for another 3 minutes until exterior achieves golden-brown crispness and interior remains tender.
Notes
- Microwave briefly to soften onions and reduce cooking time, making them easier to handle and ensuring even coating.
- Double-dredging technique creates an extra crispy, crunchy exterior that locks in moisture and adds delightful texture.
- Chilling coated onions helps the breading adhere better and prevents it from falling off during air frying.
- Experiment with different spice blends like smoked paprika, curry powder, or Italian seasoning to customize flavor profile and keep the recipe exciting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 167 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 375 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 37 mg