Crispy Onion Rings
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Crispy Onion Rings
Description
This recipe for Crispy Onion Rings begins by carefully slicing large onions into 1/4-inch rings and gently separating them. The rings are first coated in a flour mixture that includes baking powder, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt, which adds depth to their flavor and helps the batter stick. After coating, they are dipped into a batter made by whisking eggs and milk into some of the flour mixture, ensuring an even covering. Then the rings are rolled in panko breadcrumbs, which provide a coarse, crunchy texture once fried.
The onion rings are fried in hot oil heated to 365 degrees Fahrenheit for 2 to 3 minutes until they turn a golden brown. Draining them on a wire rack preserves their crispiness. This frying method gives a crunchy outside and a soft, sweet onion inside. They can be served immediately, seasoned with extra salt if desired, making for a classic accompaniment to burgers, sandwiches, or enjoyed as a snack.
Ingredients
- 3 onion cut into 1/4-inch slices, large
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 2 egg
- 1 1/2 cups milk or as needed
- 1 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 5 cups cooking oil or as needed, for frying
Instructions
- Peel and cut the onions into rings, carefully separate them, set aside.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Dip the onion slices into the flour mixture until they are all coated and set aside on a cutting board.
- Next, using a fork, whisk the egg and milk into the flour mixture.
- Add the Panko breadcrumbs to a shallow dish, set aside.
- Dip the floured rings into the batter to fully coat, place on a wire rack to drain until the batter stops dripping.
- Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or large pan to 365 degrees F.
- Dip the onion rings one at a time into the Panko crumbs, getting the crumbs all over the ring to coat.
- Deep fry the rings a few at a time for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Drain excess oil by placing them on the wire rack after frying.
- Season with salt if needed, and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 425 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 425kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 74g | 25% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 91mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 1116mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 617mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 635IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 308mg | 31% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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