Description
Crispy Onion Rings are a classic appetizer featuring perfectly fried onion slices coated in a crunchy panko and parmesan crust with a hint of paprika and garlic powder. They can be deep-fried to golden perfection or baked for a lighter option, served best with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
For Frying
- oil for frying (enough to fill skillet ½ inch)
Onion Rings
- 2 large onions
- 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups panko
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the oil: In a medium-sized skillet, pour oil to fill ½ inch up the sides and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Slice the onions: Peel and slice 2 large onions into rings approximately ¼ inch thick, separating each ring carefully.
- Make the coating mixtures: In one bowl, combine 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon baking powder. In a second bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs until smooth. In a third bowl, mix 2 cups panko, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon paprika, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder until evenly combined.
- Coat the onion rings: Dip each onion ring first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the panko and parmesan mixture ensuring each ring is fully coated.
- Fry the onion rings: Carefully place coated onion rings in the hot oil in batches. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the onion rings and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Optional baking method: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. After coating, place the onion rings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15 minutes or until crispy and golden brown, turning halfway if desired.
- Serve: Serve the crispy onion rings hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs combined with parmesan cheese as the outer coating.
- If you prefer to avoid deep frying, bake at 450°F for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Ensure oil is heated to 375°F before frying to prevent soggy onion rings.
- Use thick onion slices (¼ inch) to maintain crunch after frying.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour and panko with gluten-free alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
