Crispy Barbecue Onions
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these irresistibly crunchy and smoky Crispy Barbecue Onions! This easy-to-follow recipe turns simple yellow onions into a show-stopping snack or side dish, thanks to a perfectly spiced coating made with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a zesty barbecue seasoning blend. Each onion ring is dipped in creamy buttermilk, then dredged in a flour-cornstarch mixture for a crisp texture that stays light and flaky. Fried to golden perfection, these barbecue-flavored onion rings pair beautifully with burgers, grilled dishes, or as a standalone appetizer. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick fry, you'll be serving up crowd-pleasing flavor in no time! Perfect for game days, BBQ parties, or indulgent snack cravings, these crispy barbecue onions will become your new go-to treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole large yellow onions
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons barbecue seasoning blend
- 240 milliliters buttermilk
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rings. Separate each ring and set aside.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and barbecue seasoning blend.
Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl. Dip each onion ring into the buttermilk, ensuring it is fully coated.
Dredge the buttermilk-coated onion ring in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating adheres. Repeat until all onion rings are coated.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). Use a cooking thermometer to ensure consistent temperature.
Working in batches, carefully lower the coated onion rings into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the fried onion rings with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the crispy barbecue onions immediately as a side dish or garnish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 510.3 g | 654% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.4 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2824 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.1 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1110 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
