Description
Bite-Sized Blooming Onions are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for any gathering or game day. These crispy onion petals offer a mouthwatering combination of crunch and flavor that will have everyone reaching for more. Coated in a savory blend of spices and fried to golden perfection, they pair wonderfully with a zesty dipping sauce. Whether served as an appetizer, part of a snack platter, or even nestled in mini slider buns, these blooming onion bites are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onions into bite-sized petals.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour and spices, one with buttermilk, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each onion petal in the flour mixture, then in buttermilk, and finally coat with panko.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the onion petals in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes each.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 onion petals (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Choose firm sweet onions for the best flavor. Maintain the oil temperature for optimal crispiness. Try adding different spices to the coating for variety.