Onion Rings Recipe
American · Appetizer · 25 min total
Crispy, golden onion rings with a light, flavorful batter that fries up perfectly. A classic appetizer or side dish.
15
min prep
min prep
10
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
320
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet onion (like Vidalia or Walla Walla)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk (or buttermilk)
- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel the onion and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Separate into rings. Discard the smallest inner rings or save for another use.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. In a separate small bowl, beat the egg and milk together. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and whisk until smooth (batter will be thick).
- Pour oil into a deep pot or Dutch oven to a depth of 2 inches. Heat over medium-high heat until oil reaches 375°F (190°C) on a deep-fry thermometer.
- Dip each onion ring into the batter, letting excess drip off. Carefully place a few rings into the hot oil without crowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown.
- Transfer fried rings to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining rings. Serve immediately.
Tips
- For extra crunch, replace 1/4 cup flour with cornstarch or rice flour.
- To keep warm, place on a baking sheet in a 200°F oven while frying remaining batches.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
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