Description
Crispy Onion Rings are a classic appetizer featuring large rings of onion coated in a seasoned panko and parmesan mixture, then fried or baked to a golden brown. Perfectly crunchy on the outside and tender inside, they make an irresistible snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- oil for frying (enough to fill skillet ½ inch deep)
- 2 large onions
Coating Mixtures
- 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 enough oil to fill the skillet about ½ inch deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375 degrees Fahrenheit, ready for frying.
- Slice onions: Peel and slice the 2 large onions into ¼ inch thick rings, separating each ring carefully.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, combine 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder.
- Prepare egg wash: In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs until smooth.
- Prepare coating mix: In the last bowl, combine 2 cups panko, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon paprika, and ½ teaspoon garlic powder, stirring well to mix evenly.
- Coat onion rings: Dip each onion ring first into the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into the egg wash, and finally into the panko mixture, ensuring an even coating on all sides. Repeat for all onion rings.
- Fry the onion rings: Carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain excess oil: Remove fried onion rings and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the crispy onion rings hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Baking option: To bake, preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. After coating the onion rings, arrange them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until they are crispy and golden brown, flipping halfway through baking for even crispness.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double coat the onion rings by repeating the egg and panko dipping steps before frying or baking.
- Use sweet onions like Vidalia for a milder flavor.
- If baking, spray the onion rings with cooking spray to help them crisp up more evenly.
- Serve immediately after frying or baking for the best texture.
- Store leftover onion rings in an airtight container and reheat in an oven or air fryer to re-crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
