Description
Golden, crispy onion rings with a tender sweet onion center and a crunchy breadcrumb coating, perfect for snacking, sharing, or serving alongside burgers and sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet onions, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 quart vegetable oil, for frying
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy pot to 375°F. Prepare a wire rack or a paper towel lined tray for draining.
- In a bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk and egg until smooth, then whisk in the seasoned flour mixture to make a thick batter.
- Place the breadcrumbs in a separate shallow bowl and the extra 1/4 cup flour in another shallow bowl or plate.
- Separate the onion slices into rings and lightly dredge each ring in the extra flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip each floured ring into the batter, let the excess drip off, then coat completely in the breadcrumbs.
- Fry the coated rings in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Transfer to the prepared rack or tray and sprinkle lightly with extra salt while still hot.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use sweet onions for the best mellow flavor and tender texture.
- Keep the oil at a steady 375°F for the crispiest result.
- Panko can be used instead of regular breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to bring back the crisp texture.