Crispy Homemade Onion Rings
Crispy Homemade Onion Rings
Ingredients
For the Onion Rings
- 1 onion, large
- as needed ice
- as needed water, cold
For the Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, or to taste
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, or as needed, for deep frying
Instructions
- 1
Peel the large onion and cut it into 1/4-inch thick slices. Carefully separate the slices into individual rings.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Place the separated onion rings into a large bowl filled with plenty of ice and cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to reduce their acidity. This is your passive time.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
While the onion rings are soaking, prepare your breading stations. In the first bowl, add 1 cup of all-purpose flour for dredging. In the second bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs. In the third bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of water, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika until a smooth batter is formed.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
After soaking, drain the onion rings thoroughly and pat them very dry with paper towels. This is crucial for the breading to adhere properly.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 6
Working in batches, bread each onion ring by first coating it in the dry flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the wet batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it generously in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure full coverage.
⏱️ 10 min
- 7
Carefully place the breaded onion rings into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes per batch, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 350
- 8
Using a slotted spoon or spider, remove the fried onion rings from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Season immediately with a pinch of salt if desired.
⏱️ 5 min
- 9
Repeat the frying process with the remaining onion rings. Serve hot and enjoy!
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Crispy Homemade Onion Rings
For the Onion Rings
- 1 onion, large
- as needed ice
- as needed water, cold
For the Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, or to taste
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, or as needed, for deep frying
Instructions
- 1
Peel the large onion and cut it into 1/4-inch thick slices. Carefully separate the slices into individual rings.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Place the separated onion rings into a large bowl filled with plenty of ice and cold water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to reduce their acidity. This is your passive time.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
While the onion rings are soaking, prepare your breading stations. In the first bowl, add 1 cup of all-purpose flour for dredging. In the second bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs. In the third bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of water, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika until a smooth batter is formed.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
After soaking, drain the onion rings thoroughly and pat them very dry with paper towels. This is crucial for the breading to adhere properly.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 6
Working in batches, bread each onion ring by first coating it in the dry flour, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the wet batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat it generously in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure full coverage.
⏱️ 10 min - 7
Carefully place the breaded onion rings into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes per batch, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 350 - 8
Using a slotted spoon or spider, remove the fried onion rings from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Season immediately with a pinch of salt if desired.
⏱️ 5 min - 9
Repeat the frying process with the remaining onion rings. Serve hot and enjoy!