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Crispy Mini Blooming Onions

Crispy Mini Blooming Onions: Your Healthier Appetizer Delight

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Crispy Mini Blooming Onions are a delightful, healthier take on a classic appetizer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onions
  • 4 small Onions (e.g., shallots or pearl onions)
For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 teaspoons Seasoning Mix (e.g., garlic powder, onion powder, paprika) Customize to taste.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko for extra crispiness or gluten-free.
For Frying
  • 2 seconds Oil Spray Use olive oil or your favorite cooking oil.

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Mini Blooming Onions
  1. Prepare the Onions: Cut the small onions in a blooming pattern and soak in ice water for 30 minutes.
  2. Make the Batter: Combine flour and seasoning mix in one bowl and breadcrumbs in another.
  3. Coat the Onions: Dredge onions in flour, dip in water, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 370°F, arrange coated onions, and air fry for 15-18 minutes.
  5. Serve: Let cool for a minute before serving with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Soaking onions helps achieve the desired blooming effect. Serve warm for best texture.

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