Crispy Bite-Sized Onion Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1/2 bag frozen pearl onions
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1 cup flour
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 egg
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oil in a spray bottle
# Instructions:
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Microwave the frozen pearl onions for half the time given on the package (approximately 2 minutes). Alternatively, you can thaw the frozen onions in a bowl of cold water for an hour.
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While the onions cook, add the egg to a medium bowl and beat it well. In another bowl, combine the flour, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder and stir to mix thoroughly.
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Drain the partially cooked onions in a colander and pat them dry with a paper towel. This helps the coating adhere better.
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Working with 6-8 onions at a time, first dip them into the flour mixture and stir to coat. Use a fork to lift them out of the flour, shaking off any excess. Then place them in the egg mixture and stir to coat. Use a different fork to take them out of the egg, letting any excess drip off. Finally, return them to the flour mixture for a second coating.
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Place all the coated onions on a tray and refrigerate for 10 minutes. This crucial step helps the coating stick better during cooking.
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Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 minutes.
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Take the coated onions out of the fridge and arrange them in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they don't touch. Spray them lightly with oil. Air fry at 380°F for 3 minutes.
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Shake the basket to reposition the onions, spray them with a bit more oil, and air fry for another 3 minutes until golden and crispy.
# Notes:
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When coating the onions, use a fork to transfer them between bowls and work with only 6-8 at a time to prevent the coating from getting too messy.
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Don't skip the 10-minute chilling time as the coating will stick better when briefly chilled.
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Don't use commercial cooking spray in your air fryer as it can damage the nonstick finish on the basket. Instead, use a refillable spray bottle filled with your preferred cooking oil.
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For an oven version, bake the prepared onions at 400°F (204°C) for 15-20 minutes until crispy.