Crispy Onion Rings
Golden, crunchy onion rings with a perfectly seasoned batter that fries to delicious perfection. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish for any meal.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 cup ice water
- 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
- 4 whole large yellow onions
- ½ tsp salt for seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Cut onions into 0.5-inch thick rings and separate them from the core.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 3
Pour ice water into the dry mixture and stir until a smooth, thick batter forms. Do not overmix.
- 4
Heat oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot, using a thermometer to monitor temperature.
- 5
Working in batches, dip onion rings into batter, coating completely, and carefully place into hot oil.
- 6
Fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy, stirring gently to prevent sticking.
- 7
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season immediately with salt.
- 8
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- whisk
- deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
- instant-read thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
- cutting board
- sharp knife
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