Crispy Fried Onions Recipe (Birista)
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Crispy Fried Onions Recipe (Birista)
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Learn how to make crispy fried onions, also called birista, by deep frying and in the air fryer. Whether you're topping a green bean casserole or biryani, garnishing a soup or salad, or enhancing the flavor of a curry, fried onions add a depth and crunch that can elevate any dish.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound onions see notes
- 3 cup oil for frying
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Instructions
- Peel the onions and then thinly slice them. Slice evenly so they fry well. Separate the onions layers after slicing. This is important.
- In a large pot or pan, heat the oil on a medium-high flame to a temperature of 375F (190C). Once hot, change the heat to medium. Then add the sliced onions and fry until they are golden brown and crispy. Stir frequently to make sure they're frying evenly.
- When golden brown, remove the onions from the oil using a slotted spoon. Don't wait for them to darken in color as there will be some residual cooking even after you take them out of the oil. Place them on a plate or baking tray lined with a paper towel to absorb any excess oil. You can dap them with a paper towel is you like to reduce oil.
- Ensure to cool the onions completely before storing them.
- For air fryer crispy onions: preheat the Air fryer to 400ºF. Add the sliced onions, and spray a little oil. Toss the onions so they coat with the oil. Air fry at 320F for 12-17 minutes, tossing every 5 minutes to make sure they brown evenly.
Notes
- Which onions? You can use any onion you prefer—white, yellow, red, sweet, or shallots.
- Slice the onions: I usually use a sharp knife. But you can also use a mandolin or the slicer disk on your food processor to create even-sized pieces. This helps them cook evenly, so they all end up crispy.
- Slice the onions: I usually use a sharp knife. But you can also use a mandolin or the slicer disk on your food processor to create even-sized pieces. This helps them cook evenly, so they all end up crispy.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
286kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
27g
(42%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
19g
Sodium
5mg
(0%)
Potassium
166mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
2IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
26mg
(3%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 286 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 286kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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