🧅 Crispy Onion Rings
Light, golden, and impossibly crunchy — these homemade onion rings are pure magic. The secret? Club soda for a light batter and panko for that extra crisp bite
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Ingredients
- 2 large yellow onions sliced into ½-inch thick rings
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup for one bowl, 1 cup for another
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup club soda or sparkling water
- 1 tbsp parsley optional
- ½ tbsp garlic powder
- ½ tbsp onion powder
- ½ tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chicken seasoning
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper optional
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep the Onions: Peel and slice onions into ½-inch rings. Gently separate layers.
- Mix the Batter: In one shallow bowl, whisk together 1 cup flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chicken seasoning, cayenne (if using), salt, pepper, and club soda until smooth.
Set Up the Coating Stations:
- Bowl 1: ½ cup flour with a little salt and pepper.
- Bowl 2: The wet batter.
- Bowl 3: Panko breadcrumbs mixed with parsley and a pinch of salt.
- Heat the Oil: In a large pot, heat neutral oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Coat the Rings: Dip each onion ring first into the flour, then into the wet batter, letting excess drip off, and finally into the panko.
- Fry Until Golden: Fry a few rings at a time for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season immediately with salt.
Servings: 4