The onion omelette is a classic dish, easy to prepare, full of flavor, and perfect for any occasion: from dinner, to a tasty appetizer, or between two slices of bread for an office lunch break. For me, when I have little time and few ingredients available at home, waiting to do the grocery shopping, it’s a perfect dinner saver! I present to you the Onion Omelette in an alternative version that uses the air fryer for an even lighter and tastier dish!
The air fryer is a valuable ally in the kitchen: it allows you to cook your favorite dishes with less oil, keeping flavors and textures intact. The onion omelette, cooked in an air fryer, is light and easy to digest without compromising on taste. I now cook omelettes only this way, no more pans and oil splattering on the cooktop. You can prepare them in various ways, even with Ricotta and Spinach, soft, and delicate.
Now let’s see together how to prepare this delicious onion omelette!
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- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 3
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 4 yellow onions
- 5 eggs
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (plus a few sprays for the surface)
- salt and pepper
- 0.5 oz Grana Padano cheese, grated (or Parmesan)
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Tools
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Non-stick baking tray
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Steps
Start with the onions
Peel them and slice, not too thinly, and place in a non-stick baking tray with 2 tablespoons of EVOO, salt and pepper to taste. Mix with a wooden spoon
Place the tray in the air fryer and cook at 356°F for 10 minutes, plus 2 minutes at 392°F to finish cooking
Now add the cooked onions, eggs, and beat the mixture with a wooden spoon. Add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and mix the mixture. Spray the surface with a little oil
Return the tray to the air fryer on the rack and cook at 356°F for 12 minutes until golden brown. If the base is not cooked, you can flip it with a plate and continue cooking for a few more minutes
Here is the onion omelette ready.
Cut it and serve it hot
Storage of Onion Omelette
The Onion Omelette can be stored for a couple of days in the refrigerator, covered in plastic wrap. You can heat it for a few minutes in the air fryer if needed
Tips on Using Containers to Cook the Omelette
To cook the omelette in an air fryer, avoid silicone trays and disposable aluminum trays, prefer non-stick trays that distribute heat evenly
