Crispy Onion Rings
Onion rings are the perfect crunchy snack that elevates any meal into a flavor-packed experience. These homemade treats feature a crispy exterior encasing sweet, tender onions, all beautifully seasoned and fried to golden perfection. Whether you’re enjoying them during game nights or as a delightful side for burgers, these onion rings are sure to be a hit with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large sweet onions (like Vidalia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions into ½-inch thick rings.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually add buttermilk until smooth.
- Dip each onion ring into the batter to coat fully; let excess batter drip off.
- Roll the battered rings in panko breadcrumbs until completely covered.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Fry onion rings in batches for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 onion rings (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg