Crispy Fried Onions

Name: Crispy Fried Onions
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1 pound onions; 1 cup buttermilk; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; vegetable oil

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
4
Calories
169 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Appetizer, Snacks
Cuisine
American

Crispy Fried Onions

Layla Henson

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These golden-crispy fried onions are so easy to make, with only a handful of simple ingredients!

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Ingredients

Servings

1 pound onions sliced into ⅛ inch rings
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt plus more for serving
½ teaspoon black pepper
vegetable oil for frying

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Instructions

Separate onion rings and combine with buttermilk in a freezer bag or large bowl and let marinate for 20 minutes (or up to 24 hours if you'd like).
While onions are marinating, combine flour, salt, & pepper in a large bowl.
Heat 1" of oil in a skillet or heat a deep fryer to 375°F.
Remove onions from the buttermilk and drain well. Gently toss with the flour mixture.
Add small batches of onions to the hot oil. Gently stir with tongs and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes.
Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with seasoned salt or kosher salt if desired.

Notes

Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 4 days. Reheat in the oven or in a pan on the stove (the microwave isn't ideal, it'll make them soggy).
Add your favorite seasoning blends to the flour if desired.
Onions can be cut and dredged ahead of time, refrigerated on a pan and fried before serving.
Nutrition information is an estimate only and will vary based on the thickness of the onions and the heat of the oil. Nutrition information accounts for use of half of the flour (as there will be excess after tossing).

Nutrition Information

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Calories 169 (8%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 2mg (1%) Sodium 602mg (25%) Potassium 223mg (6%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 28IU (1%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 169 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	169	8%
Carbohydrates	35g	12%
Protein	5g	10%
Fat	1g	2%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	1g	5%
Cholesterol	2mg	1%
Sodium	602mg	25%
Potassium	223mg	5%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	6g	12%
Vitamin A	28IU	1%
Vitamin C	8mg	9%
Calcium	49mg	5%
Iron	2mg	11%