Homemade Onion Rings
Onion rings are the ultimate crispy snack that can elevate any meal. Golden brown and bursting with flavor, these homemade delights are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With the perfect combination of a crunchy exterior and tender onion inside, they’ll leave everyone craving more. Whether for game day or casual gatherings, these onion rings are a must-try!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large onions (preferably Vidalia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Slice onions into ½-inch thick rings and soak in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes (optional).
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and the last with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each onion ring first in flour, then in egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Fry onion rings in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and season with additional salt while hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 onion rings (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg