A crispy blooming onion with a fraction of the oil. The petals open up and get golden in the air fryer.
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Cut onion into 12-16 sections from top, leaving root intact. Soak in ice water 10 min to open petals.
Mix flour with paprika, cayenne, salt. Beat eggs separately.
Dust onion with seasoned flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Spray generously with oil. Air fry at 190°C / 375°F for 12-15 minutes until deep golden.
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