French Fried Onions
Perfectly crispy and golden, these homemade French Fried Onions are the ultimate crunchy topping or side dish for any meal. Made with thinly sliced onions soaked in tangy buttermilk, then coated in a flavorful blend of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, and garlic powder, they're fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil. The result is an irresistible combination of tender onion interiors enveloped by a savory, shatteringly crisp crust. Whether you're enhancing your green bean casserole, adding a gourmet twist to burgers, or simply enjoying them as a snack, these fried onions are a game-changer. Ready in just 40 minutes, they bring restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen that will have everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces large onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Peel the onions and slice them thinly into rings, about 1/4 inch thick. Separate the rings and discard the smallest inner pieces.
Place the onion rings into a large bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them soak for 10-15 minutes to tenderize and enhance flavor.
While the onions soak, prepare the coating. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or large, heavy-bottomed skillet to a temperature of 350°F (175°C). Use a deep-fry thermometer for accuracy.
Working in batches, remove a handful of onion rings from the buttermilk, allowing the excess liquid to drip off. Dredge them thoroughly in the flour mixture, making sure all sides are completely coated.
Carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil, being cautious not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp, turning occasionally for even browning.
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried onions from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Repeat the coating and frying process with the remaining onion rings, ensuring to maintain the oil temperature between batches.
Once all onion rings are fried, lightly sprinkle them with a pinch of extra salt for added flavor, if desired.
Serve immediately as a topping or side dish, and enjoy the crispy, flavorful French fried onions!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 956.0 g | 1226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.0 g | 700% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2634 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.7 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 384 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*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.
