Air Fried Pearl Onions (Printable)
Crispy, golden pearl onions air fried to tender perfection with olive oil and savory seasonings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 pound pearl onions, peeled
→ Seasoning & Coating
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
# Directions:
01 - Set your air fryer to 375°F and let it preheat for 3 minutes.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss the peeled pearl onions with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
03 - Place the seasoned onions in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even crisping.
04 - Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the onions are golden brown and tender.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy hot as a snack, appetizer, or alongside your favorite main course.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The paprika and garlic powder create a savoury crust that makes these irresistibly snackable straight from the basket.
- They go with nearly everything, from holiday roasts to a lazy Tuesday sandwich plate.
02 -
- Crowding the basket is the fastest way to end up with soft, steamed onions instead of crispy ones, so work in batches if needed.
- Shaking the basket at the halfway mark ensures even browning on all sides.
03 -
- If using frozen pearl onions, pat them completely dry with a kitchen towel before tossing with oil to avoid sogginess.
- A pinch of sugar in the coating accelerates caramelization and deepens the golden color beautifully.