Description
Bite-Sized Blooming Onions are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, offering a crunchy, golden exterior that encases sweet, tender onion layers. These delectable morsels are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during cozy nights in. Whether dipped in your favorite sauce or savored on their own, each bite promises to elevate your snacking experience and create lasting memories with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- Slice the tops off the onions, remove the outer skin, and cut into quarters without cutting through the base.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, pour buttermilk.
- Dip each onion into the buttermilk, then coat thoroughly in the dry batter mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat (about 350°F). Fry each onion for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces (60g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg