Here’s how to make the Crunchiest Air Fried Bell Pepper and Onion Rings at Home

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier alternative with more fiber.

Cut the onion into thick rings, about half an inch, using the first four layers.

Cut the bell pepper into thick rings, about half an inch, after removing the top and bottom.

Coat the onion and bell pepper rings with cornstarch.

Prepare a seasoned flour dip by mixing 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/4 tsp paprika powder, 1/4 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.

Add water to the seasoned flour mix until it reaches a slightly thick consistency.

Dip the onion rings into the batter, ensuring they are well coated, then coat them with crushed cornflakes.

Place the coated onion rings in the air fryer basket.

Repeat the process for the bell pepper rings.

Air fry the onion rings at 375°F for about 15 minutes until brown and crispy.

Air fry the bell pepper rings at 375°F for about 15 minutes until brown and crispy.

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