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    21 Easy Air Fryer Blooming Onion Recipes

    By: Jane · Updated: 8 Sep, '23 · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    If you are looking for an awe-inspiring recipe that never fails to become the centerpiece on a table, then you should look no further than the Blooming Onion! Many people are still amazed whenever they see the look of it and food experts always argue about how this classic appetizer came to life.

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    It was first developed by the kitchen crew of Outback Steakhouse, which is led by owner Tim Gannon. The very first version of this menu was served more than three decades ago in 1988 in the company’s flagship Tampa eatery. According to Mr. Gannon, the recipe is his team’s take on a New Orleans dish, and it turned out to be a recipe to die for!

    Since then, a lot of chefs and home cooks have tried their own versions of Blooming Onion, thus the many variations and recipes made available. To make it easier for you to choose the best recipe to make, check out the yummy list of 21 easy air fryer blooming onion recipes below!

    Contents
    • Crispy and Salty Blooming Onion
    • Fun Blooming Onion
    • Crunchy Homemade Blooming Onion
    • One-Bowl Air Fryer Blooming Onion
    • Homemade Crackling Onion Petals
    • An Onion Blossom with Thousand Island Dressing
    • Baby Blooming Onion
    • Blooming Onion with Spicy Breading
    • Movie Night Onion Petals
    • Ten-Minute Blooming Onion
    • Buttermilk Blooming Onion
    • Easy Air Fryer Blooming Onion Recipe
    • Easy-to-Follow Blooming Onion
    • Low Calorie Blooming Onion
    • Easy Ingredient Blooming Onion
    • Air Fryer Cajun Blooming Onion
    • Mini White Onion Pearls
    • Bite-Sized Blooming Onions
    • Crunchy and Savory Blooming Onion
    • Crumbly and Crispy Blooming Onion
    • 📋 Recipe
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • 💬 Comments

    Crispy and Salty Blooming Onion

    Crispy and salty blooming onion
    Image source: Real Housemoms

    This quick recipe allows you to make a restaurant-quality appetizer with simple ingredients, and get at all protein, fiber, calcium, and vitamin C that onions have to offer. Add some spices to the dipping sauce to give it a little bit of a kick!

    Fun Blooming Onion

    Fun blooming onion
    Image source: Allrecipes

    According to people who have tried this recipe, its dipping sauce tastes exactly like Outback’s. Give this bloomin’ onion a try to see if you agree with them!

    Crunchy Homemade Blooming Onion

    Crunchy homemade blooming onion
    Image source: Upstate Ramblings

    This blooming onion recipe makes use of our air fryer’s ability to add extra crisp and crunch, with an additional layer of garlic powder for a punchy taste. Just make sure you cut the onion into a blossoming shape.

    One-Bowl Air Fryer Blooming Onion

    One-bowl air fryer blooming onion
    Image source: House of Nash Eats

    Doing cleanups is one of the most annoying things when cooking. Luckily, this blooming onion only requires you to use one single bowl the whole time.

    Homemade Crackling Onion Petals

    Homemade crackling onion petals
    Image source: Tasty Oven

    If carefully cutting onions into a blossoming shape is not your forte, then this recipe is for you! Even those who never cook will be able to make it without breaking a sweat.

    An Onion Blossom with Thousand Island Dressing

    An onion blossom with thousand island dressing
    Image source: Savvy Saving Couple

    This can actually be done with a wide range of sauce and dipping options. However, the recipe maker (and her kids) think that the Thousand Island dressing works wonders!

    Baby Blooming Onion

    Baby blooming onion
    Image source: Small Town Woman

    Do you think a full-sized blooming onion is too big to handle by yourself? This recipe calls for a baby onion, making it a perfect choice for singles out there and a perfect photo op for Instagram or Facebook!

    Blooming Onion with Spicy Breading

    Blooming onion with spicy breading
    Image source: Julie's Eats & Treats

    If you want your blooming onion to offer a bit more of a kick and punch, try this one. Fry the onion until the spicy breading turns golden brown and dip the petals in your favorite sauce.

    Movie Night Onion Petals

    Movie night onion petals
    Image source: Spend With Pennies

    This recipe allows you to cook the onion petals separately. This not only allows you to use a smaller air fryer but also makes it easier for the crowd to grab each petal.

    Ten-Minute Blooming Onion

    Ten-minute blooming onion
    Image source: Weight Watchers

    The horseradish element of this recipe’s dipping sauce is what makes it different from the other ones. And, of course, the air fryer ensures that there’s less cholesterol and fat that deep frying it.

    Buttermilk Blooming Onion

    Buttermilk blooming onion
    Image source: Air Fryer Fanatics

    The buttermilk included in this recipe will allow the breadcrumbs to stick to the onion better. You can also change the ingredients to make the recipe gluten-free. Plus, it takes very little prep time!

    Easy Air Fryer Blooming Onion Recipe

    Easy air fryer blooming onion recipe
    Image source: A Few Shortcuts

    This one is perfect if you are looking for an eggless version of a blooming onion recipe. You can also use any kind of all-purpose flour in your kitchen.

    Easy-to-Follow Blooming Onion

    Easy-to-follow blooming onion
    Image source: Fork to Spoon

    This recipe frees you from any deep-frying mess and its ingredients allow you to enjoy a crunchy and tasty treat without all the added calories.

    Low Calorie Blooming Onion

    Low calorie blooming onion
    Image source: Nesting Lane

    Many similar recipes come with high-calorie ingredients. Thank goodness, this one is guilt-free! It tastes wonderful and is super easy to follow.

    Easy Ingredient Blooming Onion

    Easy ingredient blooming onion
    Image source: It is a Keeper

    The ingredients for this recipe can be found in your pantry. And, with the right technique, you can make it crispy on the outside and crunchy on the inside.

    Air Fryer Cajun Blooming Onion

    Air fryer cajun blooming onion
    Image source: A Mom's Take

    This recipe can be completed with just five easy steps. You can simply pop the onion into the air fryer once you coat it with the seasonings.

    Mini White Onion Pearls

    Mini white onion pearls
    Image source: Allie Carte Dishes

    If you have small white onions lying around in your fridge, then this one is the best recipe for you! While it may look different, it is just as tasty as its classic counterpart.

    Bite-Sized Blooming Onions

    Bite-sized blooming onions
    Image source: Cavegirl Cuisine

    This one will take you a little under fifteen minutes to make and prepare and probably a lot less to eat! Plus, it’s easy to store this little thing in an airtight container for future meals.

    Crunchy and Savory Blooming Onion

    Crunchy and savory blooming onion
    Image source: Adventures of a Nurse

    This recipe can be a great alternative if you want to avoid dipping your onion in a pan of grease. The coat of batter outside will also keep the onion inside extra flavorful.

    Crumbly and Crispy Blooming Onion

    Crumbly and crispy blooming onion
    Image source: The Sugar Free Diva

    This one allows you to use almond flour to make the recipe gluten-free. This one is air fried and comes with an extra crunch you and your family will love.

    📋 Recipe

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    Air Fryer Crispy Blooming Onion

    Skip the deep fryer and try making a crispy blooming onion in your air fryer instead. This recipe will show you how to get that perfect golden brown exterior without all the excess oil.
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Servings 1 onion
    Calories 282 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Ingredients For the Dip:

    • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons Sour Cream
    • 1 teaspoon Ketchup
    • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Drained Horseradish
    • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
    • â…› teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
    • Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    Ingredients For the Onion:

    • 1 large Sweet Onion such as Vidalia (about 1 pound)
    • 2 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
    • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
    • 1 tablespoon Paprika
    • ½ teaspoon Dried Thyme
    • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • Freshly Ground Black Pepper
    • 2 large Eggs
    • 1 cup Whole Milk
    • Teaspoon Salt

    Instructions
     

    Prepare the Dip

    • In a clean bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, drained horseradish, paprika, and cayenne pepper, and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
      2 tablespoons Mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons Sour Cream, 1 teaspoon Ketchup, ½ teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce, 1 tablespoon Drained Horseradish, ¼ teaspoon Paprika, ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
    • Cover and refrigerate.

    Slice the Onion

    • Cut off ½ inch from the pointy stem end of the onion and peel it.
      1 large Sweet Onion
    • Place the onion cut-side down and make four evenly spaced downward cuts, starting from ½ inch from the root and going through to the board.
    • Rotate the onion and make four more cuts between each section, resulting in 16 evenly spaced cuts.
    • Turn the onion over and gently separate the outer pieces using your fingers.

    Prepare the Coating

    • In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, ground cumin, and freshly ground black pepper.
      2 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour, 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, 1 tablespoon Paprika, ½ teaspoon Dried Thyme, ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano, ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin, Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    Dip and Coat the Onion

    • In a small deep bowl, whisk together the eggs and whole milk.
      2 large Eggs, 1 cup Whole Milk, Teaspoon Salt
    • Dip the onion in the flour mixture, ensuring the petals are coated. Shake off excess flour.
    • Fully submerge the onion in the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off.
    • Repeat the flouring process, ensuring thorough coating.

    Preheat and Air Fry

    • Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
    • While preheating, lightly spray the blooming onion with cooking spray on both sides.
    • Place the onion in the air fryer basket and cover it with a piece of aluminum foil to protect the tips.
    • Air fry for 10 minutes, then remove the aluminum foil and continue air frying for the remaining 15 minutes.

    Serve

    • Once the blooming onion is golden brown and crispy, carefully remove it from the air fryer.
    • Serve the Air Fryer Crispy Blooming Onion with the prepared dip.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 288gProtein: 58gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 427mgSodium: 12236mgPotassium: 1609mgFiber: 16gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 5819IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 575mgIron: 21mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the sauce made of for blooming onion?

    You actually have the freedom to make your own version of blooming onion sauce. However, most recipes call for mayonnaise, sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce.

    How do you crisp up a blooming onion?

    The key to crisping up a blooming onion is using the right temperature. If you are using an air fryer, you can set it between 375 and 400 degrees.

    What is the difference between an awesome blossom and blooming onion?

    What makes an awesome blossom different from blooming onions is the way it is served. With the awesome blossom, the petals are separated from each other.

    Why do you soak a blooming onion in water?

    The main reason you soak your blooming onion in water is to mellow down the onion flavor and make it blossom better when you fry it.

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