**Bloomin' Onion: A Culinary Masterpiece with a Dipping Sauce Symphony**
Prepare to embark on a taste adventure with the iconic Bloomin' Onion, a culinary masterpiece that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. This colossal onion, expertly sliced and battered, is deep-fried to golden perfection, delivering a crispy outer layer that yields to a tender and flavorful heart. Accompanying this savory delight is a quartet of delectable dipping sauces, each offering a unique flavor profile to enhance the Bloomin' Onion experience. From the classic tangy Ranch dressing to the zesty Chipotle sauce, the creamy Horseradish sauce to the sweet and tangy Honey Mustard, these sauces elevate the Bloomin' Onion to an unforgettable culinary symphony. Whether you're hosting a party or indulging in a cozy night in, the Bloomin' Onion with its retinue of dipping sauces promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.
BLOOMING ONION AND DIPPING SAUCE
This batter-fried onion and a spicy dipping sauce will get your party going any day!
Provided by Jackie Smith
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- To make sauce: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish, 1/3 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon oregano, a dash ground black pepper and cayenne pepper; mix well. Keep sauce covered in refrigerator until needed.
- To make the batter: In a medium bowl, beat egg and add milk. In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, ground black pepper, oregano, thyme and cumin; mix.
- To slice onion: slice 1 inch off of the top and bottom of the onion and remove the papery skin. Use a thin knife to cut a 1 inch diameter core out of the middle of the onion. Now use a very sharp, large knife to slice the onion several times down the center to create 'petals': First slice through the center of the onion to about three-fourths of the way down. Turn the onion 90 degrees and slice it again in an X across the first slice. Keep slicing the sections in half, very carefully until the onion has been cut 16 times. Do not cut down to the bottom of the onion. (The last 8 slices will be difficult, be careful).
- Spread the 'petals' of the onion apart. To help keep them separate you could plunge the onion into boiling water for 1 minute and then into cold water.
- Dip the onion into the milk mixture and then coat it liberally with the flour mixture. Again separate the petals and sprinkle the dry coating between them. Once you're sure the onion is well-coated, dip it back into the wet mixture and into the dry coating again. This double-dipping ensures you have a well-coated onion because some of the coating will wash off when you fry the onion.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep pot to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Make sure you use enough oil to completely cover the onion when it fries.
- Fry the onion right side up in the oil for 10 minutes or until it turns brown. When the onion has browned, remove it from the oil and let it drain on a rack or paper towels. Open the onion wider from the center so that you can put a small dish of the dipping sauce in the center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 43.2 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 843.8 mg, Sugar 4 g
BLOOMIN' ONION DIPPING SAUCE
Dip those delicious deep fried onions in this awesome concoction!
Provided by KIM
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine sour cream, ketchup, seasoning salt, red pepper flakes, horseradish, and paprika. Serve immediately or refrigerate before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 85.5 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
APPLEBEE'S ONION PEELS
Make and share this Applebee's Onion Peels recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JustaQT
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make horseradish dipping sauce by combining ingredients in a medium bowl with a whisk.
- Mix until creamy then cover and chill the sauce.
- Heat the shortening to 350 degrees in a deep fryer.
- Slice the stem end and the root end off onion, then, with the onion resting on a flat side, cut down through the onion, slicing it in half.
- Slice each half 4 to 5 more times in a spoke fashion to create wedges of onion.
- Separate the onion pieces.
- Create batter by combining all dry ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Whisk in milk until batter is smooth then let the batter sit for 5 minutes.
- It should thicken.
- Whisk batter again.
- When oil is hot dip each onion piece in the batter, let some of the batter drip off then drop the coated onion piece carefully into the hot oil.
- Repeat, frying 8 to 12 at a time for 1 to 2 minutes or until light brown.
- Drain on a rack or paper towels.
- Repeat until the onion is used up, stacking the newer batches on top of the old ones to keep them warm.
- When they're all done, serve the fried onion slices on a plate or in a paper-lined basket with horseradish dipping sauce on the side.
BLOOMIN' ONION DIPPING SAUCE
Snagged this recipe from a copycat cookbook I saw at BJ's. I had to keep repeating it in my head over and over again on the way home. Well worth the mental effort, though. Not only is it good for the onions, but it makes a great sandwich spread, especially on turkey breast.
Provided by Cluich
Categories Low Protein
Time 5m
Yield 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix it all together and enjoy as a dip for onions or french fries, or as a sandwich spread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 681.5, Fat 53, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 40.7, Sodium 2461.6, Carbohydrate 55, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 22.4, Protein 3.1
Tips:
- Use a sharp knife to cut the onion into thin, even slices. This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from falling apart.
- Soak the onion slices in milk for at least 30 minutes before frying. This will help to tenderize the onion and reduce its sharpness.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to fry the onion. This will give it plenty of room to cook without overcrowding.
- Heat the oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit before adding the onion. This will help it to cook quickly and evenly.
- Fry the onion in batches until it is golden brown and crispy. Be careful not to overcrowd the pot, or the onion will not cook evenly.
- Serve the blooming onion with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular options include ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, and honey mustard.
Conclusion:
The Applebee's Bloomin' Onion is a delicious and impressive appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy, golden brown exterior and tender, flavorful interior, it is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a fun and easy appetizer to make, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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