Air-Fried Paleo Onion Rings

Air-Fried Paleo Onion Rings are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional onion rings. They are made with almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour, and are seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. These onion rings are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and they are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce.

Onion rings are a classic American snack food, but they are typically made with wheat flour, which is not paleo-friendly. This recipe for Air-Fried Paleo Onion Rings is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional onion rings. They are made with almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour, and are seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. These onion rings are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and they are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauce.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 large onion, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rings
• 1/2 cup tapioca flour
• 1/2 cup blanched almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 large egg, beaten (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the air-fryer to 400℉ (200℃).
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the tapioca flour, almond flour, coconut flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Dip the onion rings into the beaten egg, if using, then coat them evenly with the flour mixture.
4. Place the coated onion rings in the air-fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
5. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Why It Works

• The combination of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour creates a crispy coating that is also gluten-free.
• The garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper add flavor to the onion rings.
• Air-frying the onion rings cooks them evenly and quickly, resulting in a crispy exterior and a tender interior.