Best 7 Haystack Onions Recipes

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Introducing Haystack Onions: A Culinary Journey Through Time and Taste

In the realm of culinary delights, haystack onions stand as a testament to the enduring magic of simple ingredients, transformed into a symphony of flavors. Originating in the bustling streets of New Orleans, these crispy, golden-brown onion rings have captivated taste buds for generations, earning a place of honor in the pantheon of American comfort foods. While the classic haystack onion recipe remains a cherished tradition, variations have emerged over time, each adding a unique twist to this timeless dish.

From the classic recipe, which coats the onion rings in a seasoned flour mixture before frying them to perfection, to the more indulgent beer-battered version that adds a malty richness, the haystack onion knows no bounds. For those seeking a healthier alternative, the air fryer haystack onion recipe offers a guilt-free indulgence, while the baked haystack onion recipe delivers a crispy crunch without the added oil. And for those with a sweet tooth, the haystack onion dessert recipe transforms this savory snack into a delectable treat, coated in a cinnamon-sugar glaze.

No matter which recipe you choose, haystack onions promise an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, heat up your frying pan, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of New Orleans, where the irresistible aroma of haystack onions fills the air.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ONION STRINGS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large onions
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 scant tablespoon salt
Plenty of black pepper
1/4 to 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
Canola oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Begin by peeling the onions and slicing very thinly, use a mandoline slicer if you can. Separate the onion slices and place them in a shallow baking dish and pour the buttermilk over the top. Press the onions down so they're submerged as much as possible and let them soak on the counter for at least an hour. If necessary, stir them around a bit halfway through the soaking process.
  • In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper and cayenne, and set aside.
  • Pour 1 to 2 quarts canola oil in a pot or Dutch oven. Heat to 375 degrees F, or until a pinch of flour sizzles when sprinkled over the pot.
  • Using tongs, remove a handful of onions from the buttermilk and immediately dunk into the flour mixture. Coat the onions in the flour mixture, and then tap them on the inside of the bowl to shake off the excess.
  • Plunge the onions in the hot oil. With a spoon, fiddle with them a bit just to break them up, and watch them! They'll be ready to remove from the oil in no time flat.
  • When they're golden brown (this should take just a minute or two), remove them from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Repeat with the remaining onion slices and serve immediately.
  • Pile these on top of a juicy grilled hamburger - to die for!

HAYSTACK ONIONS



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Super-thin, crispy and light onions! Made these last night and everyone couldn't get enough of them! This recipe came with a kitchen gadget I bought at Birmingham's HUGE Christmas Village craft show. It's called a "Country Cutter" and was made by a man from El Dorado, AR if anyone near there is interested in getting one. It looks like one of those apple peelers with a crank handle, and it cuts onions, potatoes, etc. into one long very thin spiral. You could probably get similiar results using a mandoline and slicing your onions super thin.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Onions

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup milk
2 sweet onions, thinly sliced (I like vidalias)
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Make egg wash by mixing egg and milk.
  • Put sliced onions in a bowl and pour egg wash over them. Turn onion slices so that they're all thoroughly coated, then pour onions into a colander to drain.
  • Put flour and seasoning salt in a plastic zip-top bag. Add onions and shake to coat.
  • Slowly add onions to hot cooking oil in batches. They fry up quickly, so make sure not to burn them.
  • My DH says these are so good they're "no ketchup needed." I like eating them with ranch dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 50.8, Sodium 36.1, Carbohydrate 54.3, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.5, Protein 9.6

HAYSTACK OF ONION RINGS



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Number Of Ingredients 11

Onion Rings:
2 large yellow or sweet onions
1 cup pancake mix
1 cup soda water
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
3 cups vegetable oil
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Taco Dip:
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Cut peeled onions into very thin slices; separate into rings. In bowl, combine pancake mix, soda water, chili powder, and seasoning; beat well. In large saucepan or deep fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Stir onions into batter. With 2 forks, lift onions in small portions and drop into hot oil; fry 1-2 minutes or until crisp and browned. Remove onions with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining onions. Spread fried onions on ungreased cookie sheet; cover; refrigerate. Before serving, heat oven to 375°; bake 10 minutes or until crisp. Stack onion rings on serving platter; serve with Taco Dip. Taco Dip: Blend sour cream and taco seasoning mix in pint jar or small bowl. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

HAYSTACKS I



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This recipe is very easy to make.

Provided by Dee

Categories     Desserts     Cookies

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups white sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup milk
½ cup butter
3 ½ cups quick cooking oats
1 cup flaked coconut
½ cup chopped peanuts
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan bring sugar, cocoa, milk and butter or margarine to a boil. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in oats, coconut, nuts and salt. Drop quickly from teaspoon on wax paper. Let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 10.6 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 45.7 mg, Sugar 18.3 g

HAYSTACK SUPPER



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Served as the main dish at our family reunion buffet, this flavorful layered taco-style dish was a true crowd-pleaser. Folks were pleasantly surprised to find a rice layer, and everyone enjoys the creamy cheese sauce. -Jill Steiner, Hancock, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-3/4 cups crushed saltines (about 40 crackers)
2 cups cooked rice
3 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups tomato juice
3/4 cup water
3 tablespoons taco seasoning
Seasoned salt, salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
4 cups shredded lettuce
3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 medium tomatoes, diced
1 jar (10 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives
1 package (14-1/2 ounces) tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Divide crackers between 2 ungreased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Top each with rice. , In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato juice, water and seasonings; simmer for 15-20 minutes. Spoon over rice., In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. , Reduce heat; stir in Velveeta cheese until melted. Pour over beef mixture. Top with lettuce, cheddar cheese, tomatoes and olives. Serve with chips. Refrigerate any leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 888 calories, Fat 55g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 1746mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

HAYSTACKS



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This is a simple one dish meal that's been in my family for years - corn chips, vegetables, beans and cheese all piled up to make a delicious haystack! Kids love it!

Provided by Maryanne

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups kidney beans, cooked
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (14.5 ounce) package corn tortilla chips
1 head iceberg lettuce - rinsed, dried, and shredded
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can chopped black olives
1 carrot, shredded
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup sour cream
1 cup salsa

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the kidney beans, salt, chili powder and pepper. Cook over medium heat until heated through.
  • To assemble the haystacks put a hand full of corn chips on a plate, follow with a spoonful of heated bean mixture, lettuce, tomato, green pepper, onions, olives, carrot, and cheddar cheese. Top with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634.3 calories, Carbohydrate 74.7 g, Cholesterol 28.2 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 14.7 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1697.8 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

ONION HAYSTACKS



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Make and share this Onion Haystacks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pamsbm

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
3/4 cup flat beer
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 large onion, cut into slivers

Steps:

  • Combine dry ingredients.
  • Add remaining ingredients except for onions, and mix well.
  • Stir onions into batter.
  • Using heat resistant metal tongs to place onion stacks into hot oil.
  • Cook 3 minutes or until done.

Tips:

  • Choosing the Right Onions: Opt for medium-sized yellow or white onions for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Slicing Technique: Ensure uniform slices for even cooking by using a sharp knife and slicing the onions thinly.
  • Seasoning and Coating: Generously coat the onion slices in a mixture of flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder for a flavorful crust.
  • Frying Temperature: Maintain a consistent oil temperature between 350°F and 375°F to achieve golden brown, crispy onions.
  • Avoiding Overcrowding: Fry the onion slices in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • Draining and Seasoning: After frying, drain the onions on paper towels to remove excess oil and sprinkle with additional salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.

Conclusion:

Haystack onions are a delightful and versatile side dish that adds a crispy, flavorful touch to various meals. With their crispy exterior and tender, caramelized interiors, these fried onions are a perfect complement to burgers, sandwiches, salads, and casseroles. Experiment with different seasonings and coatings to create unique flavor variations. Enjoy this classic recipe and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills!

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