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Onion Ring Chips

Crispy Onion Ring Chips: Your New Favorite Snack Upgrade

Delight in these crispy Onion Ring Chips, the perfect snack for gatherings or late-night cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large Onions Sweet varieties like Vidalia or Walla Walla work best.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika offers a bolder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to meet your dietary needs.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Swap for white pepper if desired.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Use a dairy-free alternative mixed with vinegar for vegan.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can work but won’t be as crispy.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Olive or peanut oil can be used for unique flavors.
Optional Baking Alternative
  • 425 °F Baking Method Bake at this temperature for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.

Equipment

  • Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl.
  3. Set up a dipping station with buttermilk, the flour mixture, and panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Slice onions into 1/4 inch thick rings, dip in buttermilk, then coat with flour, dip again in buttermilk, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Fry coated onion rings in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, turning them halfway through.
  6. Remove fried onion rings and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Onion Ring Chips at room temperature for up to 2 hours. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze them.

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