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Onion Rings

Crispy, golden, and perfectly seasoned these homemade onion rings are a classic side or snack that pair beautifully with burgers, sandwiches, dips, or as a crowd‑pleasing appetizer. With a light batter and deep‑fried finish, they’re crunchy on the outside and tender inside
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Onion Rings
  • 2 –3 large sweet or yellow onions peeled and sliced into ¼–½‑inch thick rings
  • Vegetable oil for frying (enough to fill pot 2–3 inches deep)
  • 1 cup all‑purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch for extra crispiness
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
Optional Dip (Classic)
  • Ketchup ranch, or spicy mayo (your choice)

Equipment

  • Large pot, deep fryer, or Dutch oven
  • Candy or deep‑fry thermometer (recommended)
  • Slotted spoon or spider strainer
  • Paper towels or cooling rack
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or fork
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to maintain a steady temperature this keeps rings crispy, not greasy.
  2. Peel the onions and cut them crosswise into rings. Gently separate layers so you have individual circles ready to batter.
  3. In one bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and baking powder until well‑blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk and egg until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until a smooth batter forms with no lumps.
  6. Dip a few onion rings at a time into the batter, turning to coat completely and letting excess drip back into the bowl.
  7. Carefully place the battered rings into the hot oil, spacing them so they don’t touch. Fry in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until they’re golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel‑lined plate or cooling rack to drain and stay crisp.
  9. Repeat with remaining onions. Season with a light sprinkle of salt while still hot.