Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings (Printable Version)

Golden onion rings cooked until crisp, paired with a zesty spicy mayo dip.

# What You'll Need:

→ Onion Rings

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# Step-by-Step:

01 - Separate the onion slices into individual rings. Discard very small centers if desired.

02 - Arrange three shallow bowls. Bowl 1: whisk flour, salt, and pepper. Bowl 2: beat eggs with milk. Bowl 3: mix panko with smoked paprika and garlic powder.

03 - Coat each onion ring in flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into egg wash, then press into panko mixture to coat evenly.

04 - Heat air fryer to 400°F for 3-5 minutes before cooking.

05 - Arrange rings in single layer without crowding. Lightly spray tops with olive oil. Air fry 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.

06 - Whisk mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and salt in small bowl until smooth and creamy.

07 - Transfer hot onion rings to serving plate. Accompany with spicy mayo for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

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The air fryer gives you that deep fried crunch without all the oil and mess
The spicy mayo is dangerously good and you'll want to put it on everything

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Crowding the air fryer basket makes rings steam instead of crisp, so work in batches if needed
Letting coated rings sit for about 10 minutes before air frying helps the coating set better

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Sweet onions like Vidalia work wonderfully but any yellow onion will do
If your air fryer runs hot, check at 8 minutes to prevent burning

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