Crispy Blooming Onion Delight
Savor the irresistible crunch and savory flavor of a homemade blooming onion! This visually stunning appetizer is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests at any gathering. Perfectly battered and fried, it’s best enjoyed fresh with a zesty dipping sauce. Your family will love gathering around this crispy masterpiece, making unforgettable memories as they dip each petal into delicious sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 large sweet onion (like Vidalia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying (enough to submerge onion)
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp horseradish sauce
Instructions
- Peel the onion and trim the top, ensuring it stands upright.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip the onion into buttermilk until fully coated.
- Dredge the buttermilk-coated onion in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully lower the coated onion into the hot oil and fry for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve immediately with ketchup and horseradish sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blooming onion petal (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg