Crispy Onion Rings
These Crispy Onion Rings are the ultimate snack or side dish—golden, crunchy on the outside, and tender on the inside. Perfect for movie nights, BBQs, or as a side to your favorite burger!
Ingredients
- 2 large onions preferably sweet onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs preferably panko for extra crunch
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep the onions:
- Peel the onions and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rings. Separate the rings and set them aside.
- Make the batter:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg and mix in the buttermilk.
- Coat the onion rings:
- Dip each onion ring into the flour mixture, then into the buttermilk mixture, and back into the flour mixture to ensure they’re well-coated.
- Coat with breadcrumbs:
- After dipping, coat each onion ring with breadcrumbs for an extra crunch.
- Fry the onion rings:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or pot to about 350°F (175°C). Fry the onion rings in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and serve:
- Remove the onion rings with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce!
Notes
- Make them ahead: You can prep the onion rings ahead and store them in the fridge before frying. You can also freeze them for later use—just coat and freeze before frying.
- Spicy options: Add cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the batter for a bit of heat and extra flavor!