BEER-BATTERED ONION RINGS

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The addition of high-quality beer and a tempura-like batter make these onion rings lighter and more flavorful than the greasy ones you might know.

Provided by Spencer Bezaire

Categories     Onion     Appetizer     Side     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6 as an appetizer or side dish

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large yellow onions (about 2 pounds total)
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/2 cups cornstarch
2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
2 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling
1 1/2 cups Anchor Steam beer
2 cups sparkling mineral water
1 large egg
4 to 6 cups vegetable oil (or more depending on vessel), for frying
Special Equipment:
deep fry/candy thermometer, 2 heat-safe cooling racks, 2 rimmed baking sheets

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F. Set two cooling racks over two rimmed baking sheets.
  • Cut onions crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices and separate into rings. Reserve small inner rings for another use. Add 1 cup flour to a large bowl. Toss rings in flour and let sit 30 minutes.
  • When ready to fry, whisk together remaining 2 cups flour, cornstarch, garlic and onion powder, cayenne, sugar and salt in a large bowl. In another large bowl, whisk together the beer, water, and egg. Gradually whisk the dry mixture to the wet mixture.
  • Heat an inch of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until it registers 350°F on a deep fry/candy thermometer. Working in batches to prevent crowding, dredge the onion rings in the batter and immediately drop into the oil. Cook onion rings, turning once, until golden, about 3 minutes total. Transfer cooked rings to the cooling racks set over the baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt and keep warm in oven while frying remaining batches.

Matthew Schlamp
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These onion rings were a total disaster. The batter was too thick and the onions were undercooked.


MTechnology Coo
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I'm not a big fan of onion rings, but these were actually pretty good. I'd definitely eat them again.


alhaj hossain
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These onion rings are the best I've ever had! I'll definitely be making them again and again.


Demelash Garza
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The onion rings were good, but they didn't live up to the hype.


Balwinder Singh
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I had a hard time getting the batter to stick to the onions. I ended up having to add more flour.


Sitiveni Nakaca
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These onion rings were a bit too greasy for my taste, but they were still pretty good.


Mukhtar Fareed
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These onion rings are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I've made them several times now and they're always a hit.


Tri FAM
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I followed the recipe exactly and the onion rings turned out great. They were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Highly recommend!


Tee Bee
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These onion rings are delicious! I made them for my family and they devoured them. The batter is flavorful and the onions are cooked to perfection.


Malak Fouda
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I've tried many beer battered onion ring recipes, but this one is by far the best. The batter is so light and crispy, and the onions are perfectly cooked.


Shannon Pahel
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These onion rings were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them, and they were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.