Onion rings, crispy and golden-fried, are a classic carnival and state fair treat, and now you can enjoy them at home with tempura batter. Tempura is a Japanese cooking technique that uses a light batter to fry vegetables, seafood, and other ingredients, resulting in a delicate, crispy coating. Tempura-battered onion rings are the perfect appetizer or side dish, with a light, airy batter that perfectly complements the sweet, savory flavor of the onions. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of making tempura-battered onion rings that are crispy, flavorful, and sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
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TEMPURA ONION RINGS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a wok or large pot, heat oil until a deep-frying thermometer registers 370 degrees. In a medium bowl set over an ice bath, stir yolk with chopsticks or a whisk; add ice water, stirring to combine. Sift flour and cornstarch into egg mixture, stirring to incorporate. Don't worry about a few remaining lumps in the batter.
- Coat onion rings with batter, letting excess drip back into bowl. Fry onion rings in the hot oil in small batches, turning once, until just beginning to color. Drain on paper towel. Repeat process, skimming oil of tempura batter bits as necessary until all onion rings have been fried. If oil becomes dark, begin again with fresh oil. Serve immediately.
TEMPURA ONION RINGS
Make and share this Tempura Onion Rings recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bricookie55
Categories Onions
Time 50m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl of cold water, soak the onions for 10 to 15 minutes. Let drain on paper towels.
- Meanwhile, in a large, deep pot or skillet, heat 2 inches of oil over medium-high heat until it registers 360F on a deep-fry thermometer.
- Fill a large bowl halfway with ice. In a separate, medium bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Add the 1 1/4 cups ice water and stir, just until a batter forms. (The batter will be thin, with small lumps and bubbles.) Place the batter bowl inside the bowl of ice to keep cold.
- Using tongs, coat the onion rings with the batter, letting the excess drip off. Working in batches, drop the rings into the oil and fry until light golden, 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Using the tongs, transfer the rings to paper towels to drain; return the oil to 360F between batches.
- Serve with the ketchup and ranch dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.5, Fat 0.2, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 430.6, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 2.5
TEMPURA BATTER
Easy and delightful results every time. Using the egg whites only results in the light color of the finished product.
Provided by Daddy Cooks
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Beat egg whites in a bowl until frothy. Fold flour and cold water into egg whites until batter is just barely mixed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.4 g, Sodium 19.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
BEST EVER ONION RINGS
Great tasting homemade onion rings! Easy to prepare, and best of all... you are able to make twice as many for half the price! Enjoy your heart out, onion lovers!
Provided by MIDNIGHT_ANGEL
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Onion
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together eggs, milk, flour, baking powder, and onion salt in a bowl to make a smooth batter.
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan or deep fryer until a thermometer reads 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Dip the onion rings evenly into the batter, then fry in the oil for 2 to 3 minutes, working in batches if necessary, until the onion rings are golden brown. With a slotted spoon, remove the onion rings to paper towels to drain. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1092.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 112.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 607.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
BEER-BATTERED ONION RINGS
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
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.
Tips:
- Use cold beer or sparkling water to make the batter. The carbonation will help the batter to be light and crispy.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the batter tough.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to fry the onion rings. This will help to prevent the oil from splattering.
- Fry the onion rings in batches. Don't overcrowd the pot or the onion rings will not cook evenly.
- Drain the onion rings on paper towels before serving. This will help to remove excess oil.
Conclusion:
Tempura-battered onion rings are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can make onion rings that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. So next time you are looking for a fun and tasty snack, give tempura-battered onion rings a try.
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