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Air Fried Pearl Onions

  • Author: Chef AirFryMaster

Description

Crispy, caramelized pearl onions made effortlessly in the air fryer. Perfect as a side dish, salad topper, or snack!


Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • For the onions:
  • 1 pound pearl onions, peeled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the optional seasoning:
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. 1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2. In a bowl, toss peeled pearl onions with olive oil, salt, and pepper (and optional garlic powder/paprika if using).
  3. 3. Arrange onions in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed).
  4. 4. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
  5. 5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For easier peeling, blanch pearl onions in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to ice water. The skins will slide off easily.