Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings with Smoky BBQ Dip

Allergens

Wheat (Gluten), Soy (optional)

Ingredients

• 1. 2 large yellow onions 2. 1 cup all
• purpose flour 3. 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 4. 1 cup almond milk 5. Vegetable oil for spraying 6. Salt and pepper to taste 7. Smoky BBQ Dip ingredients:
• 1/2 cup smoky BBQ sauce
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)

Instructions

1. Slice the onions into 1/4 inch thick rings, keeping the rings intact.
2. In a shallow dish, whisk together flour and a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. In another shallow dish, combine almond milk and panko breadcrumbs.
4. Dip each onion ring in the flour mixture, then in the almond milk mixture, and finally back into the flour mixture to coat thoroughly.
5. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Spray the onion rings with vegetable oil on both sides.
6. Place the coated onion rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 7 9 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
7. In a small bowl, combine BBQ sauce, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce (if using). Mix well and set aside.
8. Serve the onion rings hot with the smoky BBQ dip on the side for dipping.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to perfect air-fried onion rings is to make sure they are evenly coated and to flip them halfway through cooking for even browning.

Notes

This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.