Description
Homemade onion rings are the ultimate crunchy snack that will elevate any gathering. These golden-brown rings feature a crispy, seasoned coating that beautifully complements the sweet onion inside. Perfect for parties or movie nights, they are easy to make and always impress. Customize your onion rings with your favorite spices for a unique twist. Serve them warm with your dipping sauce of choice and enjoy the delightful crunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet onions, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Slice onions into thick rings and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
- Dip each onion ring in buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture to ensure an even coating.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry onion rings in batches without overcrowding.
- Cook until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes), flipping halfway through.
- Drain on paper towels before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 onion rings (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg