Air Fryer Onions

Laura Lynch

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Air Fryer Onions are spectacularly sweet, tender, and delicious. They make a great addition to burgers, steaks, and fajitas and have an addictive quality you won’t understand until you try them.

I make air fryer onions a lot, because they go so well with just about anything. Last night, I air fried some onions, peppers and cubed lamb and it was divine. You’ll be surprised how sweet and savory they taste. I’ve never had better onions that from the air fryer.

Why You’ll Love It

• Air fryer onions are not just super tasty, they are very easy to make as well. You can make them in under 20 minutes and they make a great side with your dinner.
• They turn out similar to sautéed onions that you’d make in the frying pan, but I think they’re quite a bit better in flavor and texture. They don’t get soggy in the middle, and the ends are just slightly crispy.
• Embrace the natural sweetness and flavors of the onions without any distractions. The hot circulating air in the fryer caramelizes the onions to perfection.

Anonymous says: Delish, love it!!!

>> Serve these onions on top of these quick and easy Air Fryer Brats.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here is what you will need to make air fryer onions:

• Onions: The main ingredient is onions. White onions are known for their milky, sweet flavor. They have a low sulphur content so they won’t sting your eyes when you cut them. If you don’t have white onions, you can use yellow onions, sweet onions, or red onions as well.
• Olive oil: Go for premium grade extra virgin olive oil. It offers healthy nutrients and fats. Plus, it adds a great flavor to the onions. The next best thing instead of olive oil is avocado oil.
• Black pepper: Freshly ground black pepper does a great job adding flavor to the air fryer onions.
• Salt: You can use sea salt, table salt, or even pink Himalayan salt. Add according to your liking.
• Cooking spray: Because onions can stick due to their sweetness, spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.

Helpful Tips

• Cook up to 4 onions in the air fryer at the same time with the same cooking instructions.
• Make sure to spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to keep the onions from sticking.
• Spice up your onions with different spices and sauces.
• The onions should be translucent in the middle, and the edges should be browned and a bit crispy when they are finished cooking.

Oven Directions

Don’t have an air fryer? No problem!

Preheat the oven to 425°F(220°C).

Add the sliced onions to a bowl and drizzle over the olive oil. Stir to coat. Sprinkle with salt and paper. Place onions on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread them out in a single layer. Bake for 20-30 minutes stirring every 5-10 minutes.

The onions are done when they are beginning to brown around the edges and are translucent in the middle.

Air Fryer Onions

Air Fryer Onions are spectacularly sweet, tender, and delicious. They make a great addition to burgers, steaks, and fajitas.

4.9 from 64 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4 Servings

Calories 29 kcal

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Kitchen Tongs

Ingredients

 

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• 1 large white onion sliced
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and ground black pepper
• Cooking spray

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Instructions

 

• Add the sliced onions to a bowl and drizzle over the olive oil. Stir to coat. Sprinkle with salt and paper.
• Add the onions to the air fryer basket and cook at 385°F(195°C) for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
• The onions are done when they are beginning to brown around the edges and are translucent in the middle.

Notes

• Cook up to 4 onions in the air fryer at the same time with the same cooking instructions.
• Make sure to spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to keep the onions from sticking.
• Spice up your onions with different spices and sauces.
• The onions should be translucent in the middle, and the edges should be browned and a bit crispy when they are finished cooking.

All air fryers have different wattage and may cook at different rates. You may need to adjust the time or temp for the best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg

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How to Slice the Onions

For this recipe, we cut the onion into wedges to give the most surface space, so they don’t get too crispy and burn on the edges. These wedged onions can be used in so many ways, but specifically they make a great side dish for any main you’re making.

Here’s how to slice the onion into wedges:

1. Cut off the top and bottom of the onion.
2. Slice the onion in half.
3. Place an onion half flat on the cutting board and cut it in half again.
4. Finally, cut each quarter in half. Then break up the pieces and put them in a bowl.

Variations to Try

Since onions are so versatile, you can make them in all kinds of different ways to change things up. Here are some ways you can customize this recipe:

• Add seasonings: I like to add Cajun seasoning to the onions for a nice spicy kick. You can add any seasonings you like.
• Crispy brown onions: Cook the onions for about 45 minutes, shaking after every 10 minutes to get a brown color and a crisp. Use red onions for best results.
• Caramelized onions: Caramelized onions are sweet and savory, and utterly delicious. Add a teaspoon of sugar and air fry for 40 minutes to get a nice caramelization.
• Spiced onions: Add red chili flakes and Italian herbs for a great taste.

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Laura Lynch

Laura is a passionate foodie and owner of Air Fry Anytime She is dedicated to sharing delicious recipes and helpful tips for using air fryers at home. With years of experience in the kitchen and a love for healthy, flavorful cooking, Laura has become an expert at using air fryers to create amazing meals that are both nutritious and delicious.