Indulge in the crispy, golden-brown delight of homemade fried onion rings, a classic carnival treat that can now be easily recreated in your kitchen. These crunchy, savory rings are coated in a flavorful batter and fried to perfection, offering a satisfying crunch with every bite. The accompanying recipes provide a range of variations, from classic Southern-style onion rings to a zesty Cajun twist, ensuring there's a perfect recipe for every taste preference. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate fried onion rings that will be the star of your next gathering or a delightful snack to enjoy anytime.
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OVEN FRIED ONION RINGS
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Place parchment paper onto 2 baking sheets and set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, paprika and 2 teaspoons salt. In another bowl or shallow dish, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs. Add half of the flour mixture to the buttermilk and beat until smooth and thickened.
- In a separate bowl, combine the panko, olive oil and remaining 2 teaspoons salt.
- Lightly dredge the onion rings in the flour mixture and then drop into the buttermilk. Drain the excess batter and then dredge in the panko mixture.
- Arrange on the prepared baking sheets in a single layer. You can place smaller rings inside bigger rings if necessary, just make sure there is space between them. Then place in the oven. Cook until golden brown, 14 to 20 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, flip over each onion ring to ensure even crisping and browning.
KICK A%% FRIED ONION RINGS
Nice and crispy! Sweet with a Kick! Top that juicy steak with these! If you want more of a kick add 1 teaspoon of Old Bay to the milk mixture as well!
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Onions
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees.
- Combine the buttermilk, hot pepper sauce and sugar in a medium bowl until the sugar dissolves.
- Combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, Old Bay, salt and pepper in a shallow baking dish.
- Peel and cut the onions into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
- Separate the onion slices into rings and towel dry.
- Dip the rings in the buttermilk and shake off the excess liquid.
- Dredge the rings in the flour mixture, shake off the excess.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil to 400 degrees over medium-high heat in a large heavy pan.
- Add the onions to form a single layer on the oil's surface and cook until golden brown, no more than 3 minutes.
- Using tongs, transfer the onions to the paper towel-lined plate.
- Let stand 2 minutes to drain, then carefully transfer to the rack in the warm oven.
- Repeat till all are fried.
- Season with salt!
- Serve!
CRISPY FRIED ONION RINGS
I use this onion rings recipe as a burger topper to add an extra element to already fantastic burgers. These onion rings are also perfect for giving your salads a little crunch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Separate onion slices into rings. Dip rings into batter. In a deep-fat fryer, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. In batches, fry onion rings until golden brown, 1 to 1-1/2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
OLD FASHIONED ONION RINGS
This is an actual recipe from a former employee of a popular drive-in restaurant. Crispy coated onion rings like the pro's make!
Provided by JeanieMomof3
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 18m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C).
- Separate the onion slices into rings, and set aside. In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt.
- Dip the onion slices into the flour mixture until they are all coated; set aside. Whisk the egg and milk into the flour mixture using a fork. Dip the floured rings into the batter to coat, then place on a wire rack to drain until the batter stops dripping. The wire rack may be placed over a sheet of aluminum foil for easier clean up. Spread the bread crumbs out on a plate or shallow dish. Place rings one at a time into the crumbs, and scoop the crumbs up over the ring to coat. Give it a hard tap as you remove it from the crumbs. The coating should cling very well. Repeat with remaining rings.
- Deep fry the rings a few at a time for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove to paper towels to drain. Season with seasoning salt, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 641.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68.3 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 34.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1271.5 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
ONION RINGS RECIPE
This beer battered onion rings recipe is easy to make from scratch with simple secrets for light and airy batter that's extra crispy. No beer? No problem! Seltzer water works as well!
Provided by Stephanie
Categories Appetizer
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Optional: Soak onions in ice water for 15 minutes and pat them completely dry before frying. This neutralizes the flavors and brings out a hint of sweetness instead of a harsher bite. It also makes them a bit crunchier.
- Place cooling racks over a baking sheet next to where you'll be frying.
- Peel the onion and position it so the stem is facing outward (not up or down). Slice onions into ½ inch thick slices and separate the slices into rings. (See post for step by step photos and PRO tips for cutting onion rings.)
- Toss thein cornstarch. This helps the batter stick to the onions. It also absorbs moisture and prevents gluten from developing, which makes them crispier.
- Whisk the 1 ½ cups flour and remaining dry ingredients together until well-combined. Gradually pour in the beer, whisking continuously. Add up to 2 additional tablespoons of flour if needed. The consistency should resemble a thin pancake batter.
- Heat oil to 365-375 degrees. Dip 4-5 onion rings in batter and gently shake off any excess. Carefully lower them, one at a time, into the preheated oil. If the oil is at the right temperature, they should rise to the top almost immediately. If it's not, they'll sink and stick to the bottom and the batter will fall off.
- Fry for about 1 minute + 20 seconds. Flip them over when the first side is golden brown. Cook for another 45 seconds or so, then remove and place on cooling racks. (I find that using a fork is the best way to handle them.)
- Repeat until all onion rings have been fried. Serve with dipping sauce. (Ketchup, Ranch, BBQ Sauce, or a combination sauces!)
- PRO Tip: To keep fried onion rings warm, place the cooling rack with the onion rings in a 200-degree oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 781 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FRIED ONION RINGS
These are very delicate and the best I have had. My ex was a fanatic when it came to onion rings, and thought this recipe to be the best he ever had. Have also made other veggies in this batter. Can be refrigerated or frozen, then reheated in oven or microwave. Carbonated water can be substituted for beer in this recipe.
Provided by GOURMETFOX
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large, deep skillet, heat oil to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, beer, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Dredge onion slices in the batter, until evenly coated. Deep fry in the hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 2.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
FRIED ONION RINGS
Meet the Cook: Try these as an accompaniment to hamburgers or fried fish, or with steaks on the grill. The recipe's from my mom, and it's one of her most popular. (As a newlywed 15 years ago, I often found myself on the kitchen "hotline" to her!) My husband and I have three children - 9,7 and just about to turn 1. -Marsha Moore, Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut onions into 1/2-in. slices; separate into rings. Place in a bowl; cover with ice water and soak for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine the egg, water, oil and lemon juice in a bowl. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and cayenne; stir into egg mixture until smooth. , Drain onion rings; dip into batter. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry onion rings, a few at a time, for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes one each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- To make the perfect batter, use a combination of flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper. This will give the onion rings a light and crispy coating.
- Make sure the onion rings are evenly coated in batter before frying. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
- Use a large pot or deep fryer to fry the onion rings. This will allow them to float freely and cook evenly.
- Fry the onion rings in hot oil (350°F) until they are golden brown and crispy. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the onion rings on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the onion rings immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Onion rings are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, picnics, or a quick snack. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect onion rings at home. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy side dish, give onion rings a try.
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