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French Fried Onion Strings

Onion Strings are buttermilk soaked and lightly seasoned fried onions. Perfect for topping burgers, a snack or green bean casserole.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 606 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 large sweet onion
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • vegetable oil

Instructions

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  1. Thinly slice the onion using a mandolin slicer or very sharp knife. Separate onion rings and place into a shallow dish.
  2. Cover the onions with buttermilk, tossing until all covered. Set aside at room temperture, tossing every 10-15 minutes to ensure they are all marinating evenly.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, ground black pepper and celery salt.
  4. Fill a large, heavy bottom pan with 2 inches of vegetable oil and heat to 350°F.
  5. Working in batches, use a slotted spoon or your fingers to remove onions from buttermilk, tapping to remove any excess liquid. Drop into flour mixture, turn to coat and shaking off excess flour. Then carefully place in hot oil.
  6. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until lightly brown. Remove to a wire rack over a baking sheets.
  7. Continue with the remaining onions.
  8. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings.

Nutrition Information

Calories 606kcal (30%) Carbohydrates 107g (36%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 26mg (9%) Sodium 3742mg (156%) Potassium 457mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 395IU (8%) Calcium 295mg (30%) Iron 5.9mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 606

% Daily Value*

Calories 606kcal 30%
Carbohydrates 107g 36%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Sodium 3742mg 156%
Potassium 457mg 10%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 395IU 8%
Calcium 295mg 30%
Iron 5.9mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.