CRISPY VIDALIA ONION RINGS IN BUTTERMILK BATTER

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Crispy Vidalia Onion Rings in Buttermilk Batter image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 1/2 quarts vegetable oil
1 cup instant flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
2 cups buttermilk
4 Vidalia onions (or other sweet onion, such as Maui), cut into 1/4-inch thick slices and separated into rings
Fire roasted red pepper ketchup, recipe follows
1 large onion, cut into small dice
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 pounds red peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded, and roughly chopped
2 cups vegetable stock
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground mace
1 tablespoon minced hot red chiles
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Salt

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart pot, preheat 4-inches oil to 375 degrees F.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine flours, cayenne, paprika, salt, and white pepper. Pour the buttermilk into another shallow dish.
  • Toss the onion rings in the flour mixture and shake off excess flour. Add to buttermilk mixture and make sure the rings are thoroughly coated. With a clean hand, add rings to flour mix again and shake off any excess flour.
  • Begin to fry in preheated oil in small batches, 1/4 of total amount at a time. Cook onion rings for about 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally with metal tongs or slotted spoon, until crispy and browned. Drain on paper towels and keep in warm place (low oven, about 200 degrees F) until ready to serve. Sprinkle with extra salt, if needed.
  • In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, sweat onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent. Add peppers and vegetable stock and stew until 1/2 of stock has evaporated. Add spices and chiles. Cover with vinegar and wine. Allow to cook, uncovered, until most of the liquid has evaporated. Let cool, then puree in a food processor, and season with pepper and salt, to taste.
  • Yield: 3 cups Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour

Reilly Hitching
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These onion rings were a disappointment. The batter was too thick and the onions were undercooked.


Shahdat Ahmed
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The onion rings were good, but they didn't live up to the hype. I've had better.


Miguel Alvarez
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I had trouble getting the batter to stick to the onion rings. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Pylo _5
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The onion rings were a bit greasy for my taste, but they still had a good flavor.


Ruma Akter
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I've tried a lot of onion ring recipes, but this one is by far the best. The buttermilk batter makes them extra crispy.


Abo Obama
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These onion rings are a great appetizer or side dish. They're also perfect for parties.


Ruman Shah
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I love how easy these onion rings are to make. I can have them on the table in under 30 minutes.


Umr Ali211
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The onion rings were delicious! The batter was light and crispy, and the onions were cooked perfectly.


Aybak305
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I've made these onion rings several times and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make and they always disappear quickly!


Farzana Sohail
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These onion rings were a hit at my party! They were crispy and flavorful, and the buttermilk batter was a great touch.