Description
Crispy and savory onion ring chips perfect for snacking or as a side dish that brings families together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow or Vidalia onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk (or yogurt)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice onions into rings about ¼ inch thick and separate the rings gently.
- In a large bowl, mix buttermilk and a pinch of salt. Submerge onion rings and soak for 30 minutes to an hour.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
- Dip each onion ring first in the egg mixture and then in the flour mixture to coat.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry onion rings in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve immediately.
Notes
For a healthier option, try baking the onion rings at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, and spray with oil for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: onion rings, snacks, appetizers, family recipe, fried food