Air Fryer Outback-Style Blooming Onion

Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the onion: cut off the top of the onion and peel it, keeping the root intact so it doesn't fall apart.

2. 2

   Place the onion face down and cut it into quarters without reaching the base. Then, cut each quarter one or two more times depending on the size of the onion to create the 'petals'.

3. 3

   Submerge the onion in a bowl of ice water while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.

4. 4

   In a bowl, mix the flour, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and water until you get a thick and smooth batter.

5. 5

   Remove the onion from the ice water and dry it completely with paper towels.

6. 6

   Dip the onion into the batter, ensuring you carefully cover every crevice and petal. Let the excess batter drip off.

7. 7

   Sprinkle the breadcrumbs or panko over the onion until it is completely coated.

8. 8

   Generously spray the onion with cooking spray.

9. 9

   Place in the air fryer and cook at 350°F (180 °C) (175°C (350 °F)) for 15 minutes or until golden and crispy.

   Start 15-minute timer
10. 10

    While the onion is cooking, prepare the sauce by mixing the mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and 2 tsp paprika.