Best 7 Old Fashioned Fried Onion Rings Recipes

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Dive into a culinary journey with our delectable Old-Fashioned Fried Onion Rings! These crispy, golden-brown rings are a timeless classic, enjoyed by all. Made with fresh, sweet onions, coated in a light and flavorful batter, then fried to perfection, they are the ultimate indulgence. Served with your favorite dipping sauce, these onion rings will be the star of any gathering.

In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of irresistible onion ring recipes to tantalize your taste buds. From the classic Southern-style onion rings, coated in a buttermilk batter, to the zesty Cajun-spiced rings, there's a recipe for every palate. For those who love a kick, try the fiery Buffalo-style onion rings, coated in a spicy Buffalo sauce. And for a healthier twist, check out the baked onion rings, which offer a crispy crunch without the guilt.

Whether you're looking for a classic side dish or a fun appetizer, these Old-Fashioned Fried Onion Rings will surely hit the spot. Dive in and experience the crispy, flavorful goodness of these culinary gems.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

OLD FASHIONED ONION RINGS



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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

1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 cup milk, or as needed
¾ cup dry bread crumbs
seasoned salt to taste
1 quart oil for frying, or as needed

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

FRIED ONION RINGS



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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

1 quart vegetable oil for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup beer
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
4 onions, peeled and sliced into rings

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

OLD FASHIONED ONION RINGS



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Onion Rings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Onions

Time 18m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, cut into 1/4 in slices
1 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 cup milk, as needed
3/4 cup breadcrumbs, dry
seasoning salt
oil, for frying approx 1 qt

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees F.
  • 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 fings 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 rings to coat.
  • The coating should cling very well. Repeat with remaining rings.
  • Deep fry the rings a few at time for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Remove to paper towels to drain. Seasoning with season salt, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.9, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 73.4, Sodium 1160.4, Carbohydrate 68.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4, Protein 14.3

BEST EVER ONION RINGS



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Great tasting homemade onion rings! Easy to prepare, and best of all... you are able to make twice as many for half the price! Enjoy your heart out, onion lovers!

Provided by MIDNIGHT_ANGEL

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons onion salt
1 quart vegetable oil for frying
4 large onions, peeled and sliced into rings

Steps:

  • Whisk together eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, and onion salt in a bowl to make a smooth batter.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan or deep fryer until a thermometer reads 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Dip the onion rings evenly into the batter, then fry in the oil for 2 to 3 minutes, working in batches if necessary, until the onion rings are golden brown. With a slotted spoon, remove the onion rings to paper towels to drain. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1092.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 112.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 607.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

OLD FASHIONED FRIED ONION RINGS



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These came out so good! Light and crunchy and just plain delish.

Provided by Bonnie Glazier

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 onion
1 1/4 c flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1 egg
1 c milk
3/4 c seasoned dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 365 degrees F.
  • 2. Seperate the onion slices into rings, and set aside. In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt.
  • 3. Dip the onion slices into the flour mixture until they are all coated; set aside. On another paper plate put the seasoned bread crumbs on it, set aside.
  • 4. Whisk the egg and milk into the flour mixture using a fork. Dip the floured rings into the batter to coat, then let drip a little.
  • 5. Transfer a few at a time to the seasoned bread crumbs, and coat the rings best you can with the bread crumbs.
  • 6. Fry a few at a time for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove to paper towels to drain, salt if you wish.

GRANDMA'S ONION RINGS (SOUTHERN STYLE)



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This is a very delicate onion ring. My Grandmother's recipe. I have never found any to compare to hers.

Provided by Jean Fritz

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 33m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 quart oil for frying, or as needed
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons ground black pepper, divided
3 egg whites
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon white vinegar
3 large sweet onions, peeled and sliced into thick rings

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, or deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place the flour in a shallow baking pan, and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg whites, milk, vinegar, and remaining salt and pepper until frothy.
  • Dip the onion rings in the wet ingredients then into the flour mixture until coated. Then dip in the egg white mixture again, and then into the flour again.
  • Fry onion rings in the hot oil a few at a time so they are not crowded, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 823.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

OLD FASHIONED ONION RINGS



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Onion Rings recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mebriella

Categories     Onions

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 cup milk
3/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
seasoning salt
1 quart oil (for frying)

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 2221.8, Fat 222.9, SaturatedFat 30.3, Cholesterol 55, Sodium 870.3, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3, Protein 10.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right onions: Yellow or white onions are best for frying, as they have a milder flavor than red onions.
  • Slice the onions evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Soak the onion rings in milk: This will help to tenderize them and prevent them from becoming too crispy.
  • Use a light coating of flour: This will help the onion rings to stay crispy.
  • Fry the onion rings in hot oil: This will help them to cook quickly and evenly.
  • Drain the onion rings on paper towels: This will help to remove any excess oil.
  • Serve the onion rings hot: They are best when served immediately after frying.

Conclusion:

Fried onion rings are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be served as a main course. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your fried onion rings are crispy, golden brown, and delicious. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give fried onion rings a try.

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