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Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings Recipe with Easy Beer Batter and Dipping Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, golden onion rings made in the air fryer with a light beer batter and a tangy dipping sauce. Perfect for game days, casual parties, or anytime you want a crunchy, flavorful snack without the mess of deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • Large Yellow Onions – sliced into ¼-inch thick rings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 cup cold beer (lager or pale ale preferred)
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • Panko breadcrumbs
  • For the dipping sauce:
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • Hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and cut the onions into ¼-inch thick rings. Separate the rings carefully to avoid breaking them and set aside on a plate.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder if using.
  3. Pour in cold beer and the lightly beaten egg. Whisk gently until smooth but still a bit thick.
  4. Pour panko breadcrumbs into a shallow bowl for coating.
  5. Using tongs or a fork, dip each onion ring into the batter, letting excess drip off, then coat immediately in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to stick. Place coated rings on a wire rack or parchment-lined sheet to rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  7. Arrange onion rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overcrowding; cook in batches if needed.
  8. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  9. While rings cook, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and hot sauce in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and refrigerate until serving.
  10. Transfer cooked onion rings to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb moisture and serve warm with dipping sauce.

Notes

If batter is too thick, add a splash of beer or cold water to loosen. Slice onions uniformly for even cooking. Preheat air fryer for best crispness. Press panko gently to help coating stick. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent soggy rings. Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 375°F for 3-4 minutes. Store dipping sauce separately in the fridge for up to a week.

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