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  • What Are Onion Rings Made Of?
  • Are Onion Rings Keto?
  • Are Fried Onion Rings Good For You?
  • Keto Onion Rings Batter
  • How To Make Onion Rings In The Air Fryer
  • How Long To Air Fry Onion Rings?
  • Can You Make Keto Onion Rings in the Oven?
  • Can You Make Onion Rings Ahead?
  • What To Serve With Keto Onion Rings
  • More Low Carb Air Fryer Recipes
  • Tools To Make Air Fryer Onion Rings
  • Air Fryer Keto Onion Rings RecipeRecipe card
  • Recipe Reviews

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I’ve made low carb onion rings in the oven before, and while the flavor is good, let’s be real… they are not as crispy as regular ones. Theseketo onion rings baked in an air fryer were a total game changer! They actually get SUPER CRISPY. I’m pretty sure this air fryer onion rings recipe alone is reason enough to get an air fryer. 😉

While you can use any air fryer, I made my keto onion rings recipe in my new fave, the GoWise USA Air Fryer Oven. It’s large enough to cook a big batch at once, thanks to the two racks! The interface is also easy to use, and most importantly, it makes just about anything crispy. Even homemade keto fast foods that are hard to get crispy – yay! Check out more low carb air fryer recipes I made in it, at bottom of this post.

If you prefer a blooming onion over onion rings, try this keto blooming onion recipe. You can make that in the air fryer too, if you like!

What Are Onion Rings Made Of?

Typically, onion rings are dipped in a (high carb) batter and then deep fried. This keto onion recipe is much healthier by using a low carb breading and baking them in an air fryer instead.

Are Onion Rings Keto?

No, regular onion rings are not keto. But, you can still enjoy onion rings on a keto diet by making your own! This air fryer onion rings recipe is keto friendly.

Are Fried Onion Rings Good For You?

No, regular fried onion rings are not good for you. They are often deep fried in GMO oils like canola or soybean oil, and the breading is high in carbs.

But, keto onion rings are actually good for you! The key is using a batter that is natural and low carb.

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Keto Onion Rings Batter

The key to making onion rings low carb is the batter. We’ll make these keto onion rings with pork rinds and almond flour combined.

We have 3 layers to help it stick and get crispy:

  1. Coconut flour and sea salt – This is used for dredging, similar to how you’d use wheat flour for dredging. It helps the egg in the next step stick. The super fine texture of coconut flour is the key to getting this part to work, so I don’t recommend substituting another flour if at all possible. However, if you’re allergic to coconut, you can try arrowroot powder- just know this will add a bit of carbs.
  2. Beaten eggs – Like most recipes needing breading, this one needs egg to get the breading to stick.
  3. Pork rinds, almond flour, paprika and garlic powder – This combination creates a crispy keto onion rings coating that replaces regular breadcrumbs.

How To Make Onion Rings In The Air Fryer

I’ll walk you through step-by-step so you can see how to make onion rings in the air fryer!

Begin by arranging three bowls in order – coconut flour, beaten eggs, and pork rind/almond flour mixture. (You can see what goes into each bowl above, and the amounts are on the recipe card below.)

Dredge each onion ring in the coconut flour, dip in the egg, shake off the excess, and finally press into the pork rind “breadcrumb” mixture.

PRO TIP: Use one hand for the dry coconut flour and pork rind bowls, and the other hand for the egg bowl. This will reduce getting the dry bowls too “wet”, which can cause the breading to get clumpy and not stick.

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As you bread each onion ring, place it onto a greased air fryer rack. Mine looks like this, and my air fryer oven has two of them:

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PRO TIP: Don’t crowd or stack the onion rings! They need air flow to get crispy. Make sure they are in a single layer without touching, or at least minimally touching.

You should be able to fit all the onion rings on the two racks (it’s why I love my air fryer oven!), but if not, you can cook them in a smaller air fryer in batches.

Either way, you’ll want to air fry the onion rings at 400 degrees.

How Long To Air Fry Onion Rings?

This keto onion rings recipe in the air fryer takes about 16 minutes. If you’re using a larger air fryer oven with two racks, like I did, you’ll want to rotate them halfway through. In a smaller one with a single basket, just do it in two batches.

The air fryer onion rings look golden when they are done:

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Can You Make Keto Onion Rings in the Oven?

Yes, you can make them in the oven. Use the same temperature, and bake just a little longer. However, they do not get as crispy as they do in the air fryer.

Can You Make Onion Rings Ahead?

You can cut the rings and bread them ahead of time. However, for best results and to keep them from getting soggy, wait until right before serving to actually bake the onion rings in the air fryer.

What To Serve With Keto Onion Rings

This keto onion rings recipe goes great with spicy mayo dipping sauce. As for main dishes, try these to accompany your air fryer onion rings:

  • Paleo Chipotle Baked Turkey Burgers
  • Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings
  • The Best Steak Bites Ever

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More Low Carb Air Fryer Recipes

More ideas for your air fryer or air fryer oven:

  • Keto Low Carb Fried Chicken
  • Keto Air Fryer Jicama Fries
  • Zucchini Fries – I originally baked these, but they are even better in an air fryer!
  • Crispy Yuca Fries – A little higher in carbs, but still healthier than potatoes. You can make these an air fryer or oven!

Tools To Make Air Fryer Onion Rings

Tap the links below to see the items used to make this recipe.

  • GoWise USA Air Fryer Oven– This is what I used to make this keto onion rings recipe. Two racks allow me to make a bunch at once!
  • GoWise USA Air Fryer– If you want a smaller air fryer, this one isn’t as big as the air fryer oven.

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Air Fryer Keto Onion Rings Recipe

This keto air fryer onion rings recipe is SO CRISPY, with 7 ingredients! Learning how to make onion rings in the air fryer is the key to keto onion rings that are just as crispy as real ones.

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 16 minutes

Total: 26 minutes

Author: Maya Krampf from WholesomeYum.com

Servings: 4 (adjust to scale recipe)

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Ingredients

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Instructions

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  1. Arrange 3 small, shallow bowls in a line:

    * Coconut flour and sea salt, stirred together

    * Eggs, beaten

    * Pork rinds, almond flour, paprika, and garlic powder, stirred together

  2. Lightly grease 2 air fryer oven racks or an air fryer basket.

  3. Dredge an onion ring in coconut flour. Dip it in the egg, shake off the excess, then place in the pork rind mixture. Scoop extra pork rind mixture over it, so that it's coated on all size. Place into the air fryer rack or basket. Repeat with all the onion rings, placing them in a single layer without touching. (You may need to cook them in two batches if you don't have 2 air fryer racks.)

  4. Preheat the air fryer or air fryer oven to 400 degrees F for 2 to 3 minutes.

  5. For an air fryer oven: Place both racks into the air fryer oven. Bake for about 8 minutes, until the top layer is golden. Switch racks and bake for 8 more minutes, until the top layer is golden again.

    For a regular air fryer: Only half the onion rings will fit into the basket in a single layer. Place the basket into the air fryer. Bake for 16 minutes, until golden. Remove the onion rings, arrange the next batch of uncooked rings, and repeat.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size: 6 onion rings, or 1/4 of entire recipe

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories135

Fat7g

Protein8g

Total Carbs8g

Net Carbs5g

Fiber3g

Sugar2g

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Course:Appetizer

Cuisine:American

Keywords:air fryer onion rings, keto onion rings

Calories: 135 kcal

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FAQs

How to crisp up onion rings in air fryer? ›

Arrange the rings in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you'll likely need to work in batches. Drizzle the rings generously with oil and air fry at 370°F for 8 to 11 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Repeat as necessary until you've air fried all the onion rings.

Is an air fryer good for keto? ›

Air fryers are a great option for keto because they can cook everything from vegetables, chicken, steak, appetizers and more.

How to cook Nathan's thick sliced battered onion rings in the air fryer? ›

Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F, for 3 minutes.
  2. Pour onion rings evenly into the air fryer. ...
  3. Cook for 5-7 minutes shaking the basket every few minutes. ...
  4. Once you have achieved your preferred level crispness, pour the onion rings into a serving bowl and taste to see if any seasoning is needed.
Jun 9, 2024

How to air fry best choice onion rings? ›

Preheat your air fryer to 360°F. Coat the air fryer basket with nonstick spray. Place the onion rings in a single layer in the basket, then mist the tops with more nonstick spray. Air fry the onion rings for 7 to 9 minutes, until golden and crisp (no need to flip them).

Why are my onion rings not crispy? ›

Too much batter.

This is almost worse than having batter that's too thin. Instead of staying light and crisp, an onion ring with too much batter will retain too much internal moisture, and as soon as it comes out of the oil, the batter starts getting soggy.

What 5 foods should you not put in an air fryer? ›

Take a gander of this list of top foods that should never make their way into your air fryer.
  • Wet Batters. ...
  • Cheesy Items. ...
  • Large, Bone-In Meat Cuts. ...
  • Baked Goods. ...
  • Greens. ...
  • Raw Rice and Other Grains. ...
  • Too Much of Anything.
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Can you put aluminum foil in air fryer? ›

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

Why restaurants don t use air fryers? ›

Not Enough Volume Capacity

However, most air fryers don't offer the same capabilities as traditional commercial kitchen equipment due to their size and speed. Larger, deep, or open air fryers can cook more food items at a time, leading to a faster service rate.

Why can t you put batter in an air fryer? ›

Recipes that use a wet batter, including fried chicken, will end up being very messy if cooked in an air fryer. This is because there won't be enough hot oil to set the batter, and it will likely drip everywhere rather than forming a crunchy coating.

How do you make crispy batter in an air fryer? ›

An equal amount of all-purpose flour and cornstarch provides both structure and crunch to the batter. Cornstarch is a go-to ingredient for many fried foods (think crispy chicken wings), and using it to bolster the crisping power of flour resulted in a thinner, crispier, and sturdier (yet still delicate) breading.

What is the difference between battered and breaded onion rings? ›

Breaded rings are dredged in a dry mixture of flour and seasonings. Add a liquid -- like water, beer, or even eggs -- to that same blend, and you create a batter. Battered rings are coated in this goopy concoction before going into the fryer.

Why do you soak onions for onion rings? ›

Soaking onions in water for 15-20 minutes helps to neutralize the flavors of the onion and lessen the “bite”. It also brings out a sweet flavor and makes them a bit crunchier.

What is the best brand of onion rings for air fryer? ›

Nathan's frozen onion rings is my favorite brand. I find they are the best frozen onion rings for the air fryer. My next favorite brand of onion rings is Alexia onion rings. Other popular brands are Red Robin, and Ore Ida onion rings.

How do you keep batter on onion rings? ›

A trick for getting your breading to stick better and not fall off as much when frying is to cover the breaded onion rings with a damp paper towel for 10-15 minutes after breading while the oil heats up. This helps it get a little bit tacky and stick better so less of it falls off in the hot oil.

How do I make my air fryer Crispier? ›

However, a small amount of oil is usually necessary to achieve a crispy texture. A drizzle or a quick oil spray is all you need for restaurant-quality fries and golden brown fried chicken, while other foods don't need any oil, like pizza or leftovers you might reheat.

How do you make food crispy again in an air fryer? ›

How to Reheat Leftovers (like fries, vegetables, pizza, etc)
  1. Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400 °F.
  2. Place leftovers in a single layer in air fryer basket.
  3. Cook for 3-5 minutes at 350 °F, or until food is crispy to liking and reaches safe internal temperature of 165 °F.

How to make soggy onion rings crispy again? ›

Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and reheat the onion rings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for about 10-12 minutes. Air Fryer Method: Heat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and reheat the onion rings for few minutes until they regain their crispy texture.

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