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A pile of crispy, golden-brown onion rings garnished with chopped green onions on a wooden board.

Air frying frozen onion rings is a quick way to get a crispy, golden coating without deep frying. They cook evenly while staying tender inside, making them an easy snack or side dish.

Course Appetizer, Sides, Snacks

Cuisine American, International

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5 14

Servings Pieces

Calories 3kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

15 Pieces Pre-Frozen Onion Rings
1 Teaspoon Olive Oil

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Place frozen onion rings nearby, lightly spray with EVO oil if desired, and preheat the air fryer.
Spray the air fryer basket lightly with EVO oil to prevent sticking.
Lay the rings in a single layer without overlapping, cooking in batches if needed.
Air fry at 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius) for 7 minutes until starting to crisp.
Flip and cook another 7 minutes until golden and crispy, then serve hot.

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Notes

Single Layer Cooking: Always place frozen onion rings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Crowding them will lead to uneven cooking and soggy spots.
Preheat for Crispiness: Preheating the air fryer ensures the rings start cooking immediately. This helps create a golden, crispy exterior.
Shake or Flip Halfway: Shake the basket or flip the rings halfway through cooking. This keeps all sides evenly browned and crispy.
Use a Light Spray of Oil: A quick spray of cooking oil before air frying enhances crispiness. Avoid over-spraying, or the batter can become greasy.

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