Crispy, golden-brown, and bursting with flavor, batter-fried onion rings are the perfect side dish or appetizer for any occasion. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this classic dish is a crowd-pleaser. Whether you prefer your onion rings thick or thin, sweet or savory, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste. So gather your ingredients, heat up your oil, and get ready to make the best batter-fried onion rings you've ever tasted!
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BATTER FRIED ONION RINGS
These are great homemade onion rings that are batter fried rather than having a bread crumb coating. They are addictive...be careful :)
Provided by Karen..
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 50m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cover onion slices with cold water and let stand 30 minutes.
- Remove to paper towels and press to dry.
- Separate into rings.
- Combine flour, sugar and salt.
- Combine milk and egg in a medium bowl and add dry ingredients and melted shortening; mix thoroughly.
- Dip onion rings in batter and fry in deep fryer or skillet filled with a couple of inches of oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately.
BUTTERMILK BATTER-FRIED ONION RINGS
Make and share this Buttermilk Batter-Fried Onion Rings recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Onions
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut onions into 1/2-inch slices, and separate into rings.
- Set aside.
- Whisk together flour and next 4 ingredients until smooth.
- Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375°.
- Dip onion rings in batter, coating well.
- Fry, a few rings at a time, until golden.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately.
LIGHT BATTER (FOR FRIED FISH, ONION RINGS OR VEGGIES)
This makes a very light crispy and tasty all purpose batter for fried zucchini, shrimp or whatever. Makes enough for two lbs. of fish filets plus a bunch of veggies. You can use plain soda or lemon/lime flavor.
Provided by manushag
Categories High In...
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix baking soda, salt, pepper and flour.
- Add melted butter.
- Add egg and lemon juice.
- Add soda. (add more if batter seems too thick.) Batter will be lumpy, but lumps will cook out, so don't over mix.
- Dip fish or vegetables into dry flour first before dipping into batter. This will help batter stick.
- Fry veggies first in hot oil (350 degrees), then fish.
- Drain on paper towels and keep in warm oven while frying.
- Serve with tartar sauce.
BUTTERMILK BATTER-FRIED SPICY ONION RINGS
Make and share this Buttermilk Batter-Fried Spicy Onion Rings recipe from Food.com.
Provided by the-cat-did-it
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut onions into 1/2-inch slices, separate into rings, and set aside.
- Whisk together all ingredients other than oil.
- Pour oil to a depth of 1/2 inch into a fry pan and heat to 350.
- Dip onion rings in batter, coating well.
- Fry, a few rings at a time, until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately.
- Or can be kept hot in the oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.7, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 259.9, Carbohydrate 20.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 4.1
Tips:
- Use a mandoline slicer to get evenly sliced onions for consistent cooking.
- Soak the onion rings in buttermilk or milk for at least 30 minutes before frying to tenderize them and help the batter adhere.
- Use a light and fluffy batter made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. For a crispier coating, add some cornstarch to the batter.
- Heat the oil to the correct temperature (350°F/175°C) before frying the onion rings. Use a deep fryer or a large saucepan filled with oil.
- Fry the onion rings in small batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Drain the onion rings on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Conclusion:
Batter-fried onion rings are a delicious and versatile appetizer or side dish that can be enjoyed on various occasions. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can easily make crispy, golden brown onion rings that will impress your friends and family. Experiment with different dipping sauces and seasonings to find your favorite combination. Whether you prefer classic ranch dressing, tangy barbecue sauce, or a spicy aioli, there's a perfect dipping sauce for every palate. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying snack or side dish, give these homemade batter-fried onion rings a try. You won't be disappointed!
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