Description
Crispy golden Onion Rings deliver a mouthwatering crunch that elevates classic comfort food to new heights. Perfectly battered and fried to a delectable golden brown, you’ll savor each irresistible bite of this crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large onions
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
Batter Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Coating and Frying:
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 liter vegetable oil (for deep frying)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Peel onions and slice into uniform rings approximately 1/2-inch thick, separating the rings carefully to maintain their circular shape.
- Create a seasoned dredging station by mixing flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, and paprika in a wide, shallow bowl for initial coating.
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl to form a smooth, consistent batter with no lumps.
- Spread breadcrumbs on a flat plate, preparing a final crispy coating surface for the onion rings.
- Dip each onion ring first into the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage on all sides.
- Submerge the floured ring into the egg mixture, allowing excess batter to drip off for a light, even layer.
- Roll the battered ring in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help crumbs adhere and create a textured exterior.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F, monitoring temperature with a cooking thermometer.
- Carefully lower breaded rings into hot oil in small batches, avoiding overcrowding and maintaining consistent oil temperature.
- Fry rings for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until they achieve a golden-brown, crispy exterior and reach a delicate crunch.
- Remove rings using a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drain on paper towel-lined plates.
- Sprinkle with additional salt if desired and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Slice onions uniformly to ensure consistent cooking and appearance, preventing uneven frying and texture variations.
- Pat onion rings dry before dredging to help breading adhere better and create a crispier exterior.
- Maintain precise oil temperature around 375°F for perfect golden-brown color and crunchy texture without greasiness.
- Experiment with alternative flour options like gluten-free or rice flour for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring crispy results for all.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg