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Fried Homemade Onion Rings Recipe

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Crispy and flavorful homemade fried onion rings coated in a seasoned batter and crunchy panko bread crumbs. This recipe combines buttermilk and egg for a tender, flavorful batter with smoked paprika and garlic powder adding a smoky and savory touch. Perfect as a classic side or snack, these onion rings are fried to golden perfection using canola, vegetable, or peanut oil for an irresistible crunch.

Ingredients

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Onions

  • 1 large sweet or yellow onion, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings

Batter

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Coating

  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs

For Frying

  • Oil for frying (canola oil, vegetable oil, or peanut oil)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the onions: Slice the onion into 1/2-inch thick rings, separating each ring carefully to maintain their shape.
  2. Mix the batter: In a bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg until combined. In another bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Coat the onion rings: Dip each onion ring first into the buttermilk and egg mixture, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture. Return the rings to the buttermilk mixture to moisten them again, then coat thoroughly with panko bread crumbs for an extra crunchy exterior.
  4. Heat the oil: In a deep frying pan or deep fryer, heat the oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C) ensuring enough oil to fully submerge the onion rings.
  5. Fry the onion rings: Carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
  6. Drain and serve: Remove the onion rings with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

  • Use fresh onions for the best texture and flavor.
  • Maintaining the oil temperature at 350°F is crucial for crispy, non-greasy onion rings.
  • For an extra kick, add cayenne pepper or chili powder to the batter.
  • Panko breadcrumbs provide a lighter, crunchier coating compared to regular breadcrumbs.
  • The double-dip in buttermilk and flour mixture helps the breadcrumbs adhere better and enhances crispiness.

Keywords: fried onion rings, homemade onion rings, crispy onion rings, buttermilk onion rings, panko onion rings, appetizer, snack

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