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Homemade Onion Rings: The Secret to a Heavy, Craggy, Golden-Brown Crunch

Crispy, thick-cut Homemade Onion Rings featuring a heavy, craggy seasoned batter and a soft, translucent interior. Served with a zesty pale orange dipping sauce and fresh parsley garnish for the ultimate restaurant-quality snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 large White Onions Cut into 3/4-inch rings
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Divided use (250g)
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch 60g
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder 5g
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika 15g
  • 1.5 cups Club Soda Ice-cold (355ml)
  • 1 qt Vegetable Oil For frying
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise 120ml
  • 2 tbsp Ketchup 30ml
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Finely chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Dutch Oven or Deep Skillet For deep frying
  • 1 Instant-Read Thermometer To monitor oil temperature
  • 1 Wire Cooling Rack To maintain crispness after frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice white onions into thick 3/4-inch rings and separate. Soak in ice water for 10 minutes, then pat completely dry.
  2. Whisk flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and spices. Separate some dry mix for dredging, then add ice-cold club soda to the rest to create a thick batter.
Frying Process
  1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Coat each ring in dry flour, then wet batter, then a final light dry flour toss. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden-brown and craggy.
  3. Place on a wire rack to drain. Stack high on a plate, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve with the pale orange dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalProtein: 4gFat: 18gFiber: 2g

Notes

Keep the batter ice-cold for the best results.
Use a wire rack instead of paper towels to prevent sogginess.
Keyword Crispy Onion Rings,Deep Fried Onions,Homemade Onion Rings

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