Airfryer Blooming Onion

Airfryer Blooming Onion 

Ingredients:

• 1 large onion (white or yellow works best)
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• Cooking spray or 2-3 tbsp vegetable oil

Optional: dipping sauce like ranch or garlic sauce

Instructions:

1. Prepare the onion:
   • Cut off the top and bottom of the onion and remove the outer skin.
   • Place the onion upside down (flat side down) and make vertical cuts around it to create “petals” (about 12 cuts).
   • Do not cut all the way through—leave about 1 cm at the base so the petals stay connected.
2. Prepare the coating:
   • In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
   • In another bowl, whisk the egg with milk.
3. Coat the onion:
   • Dip the onion in the egg mixture first, then coat it in the flour mixture, making sure the flour gets between each petal.
   • Repeat if you want a thicker coating.
4. Cook in the airfryer:
   • Preheat the airfryer to 350°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
   • Place the onion in the basket, spray lightly with oil.
   • Cook for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
   • Optionally, flip carefully after 10 minutes for even browning.
5. Serve:
   • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.