Crispy Fried Onion Rings
Thick-cut onion rings dipped in a simple egg-and-breadcrumb coating, then fried until golden and crunchy. Serve with ketchup or any dipping sauce for a classic weeknight side or snack.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 7g
Ingredients
- 2 whole onion, large yellow or sweet
- ½ cup flour, all-purpose
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs, panko
- 1 whole egg
Instructions
- 1
Slice onions into 1/2-inch-thick rings and separate the layers into individual rings.
- 2
Pour oil 2 inches deep into a heavy skillet and heat to 350°F until a breadcrumb sizzles immediately.
- 3
Whisk egg with 2 tablespoons water in one bowl, mix flour with salt and pepper in another, and breadcrumbs with salt in a third.
- 4
Coat each ring in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg, then roll in breadcrumbs and place on a plate.
- 5
Fry rings in batches 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
- 6
Sprinkle with salt while warm and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven
- instant-read or deep-fry thermometer
- three shallow bowls or plates
- paper towels
- tongs or slotted spoon
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