Onion Straws
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly seasoned, these homemade onion straws are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! Thinly sliced yellow onions are soaked in creamy buttermilk to enhance their natural sweetness, then coated in a boldly spiced flour mixture featuring paprika, garlic, onion powder, and a pinch of cayenne for a touch of heat. Fried to perfect crunchiness in hot oil, these delicate onion rings make an indulgent snack, a crunchy side dish, or the perfect topping to elevate burgers, salads, and casseroles. Quick to prepare with just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of crispy, flavor-packed comfort food. Create these addictively delicious onion straws for your next gathering or family meal and watch them vanish from the plate in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large yellow onions
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Peel the onions and use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice them into very thin rings (about 1/8-inch thick).
Separate the onion slices into individual rings and place them in a large shallow dish.
Pour the buttermilk over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let them soak for 1 hour in the refrigerator to tenderize and infuse flavor.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and ground black pepper.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large, heavy-bottomed skillet to 375°F (190°C).
Working in small batches, remove the onion rings from the buttermilk, shaking off the excess liquid, then dredge them in the seasoned flour mixture. Coat them thoroughly and shake off any excess flour.
Carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil. Fry for 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the onion straws from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining onion rings, ensuring the oil temperature stays consistent between batches.
Serve the onion straws warm as a snack, side, or topping for your favorite dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 965.8 g | 1238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 145.0 g | 725% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2897 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.6 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.6 g | ||
| Protein | 45.6 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 704 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1588 mg | 34% | |
*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.
