Description
This Crispy Onion Rings Recipe features thickly sliced sweet or yellow onions coated in a seasoned flour batter and fried to golden perfection. Served with a creamy dipping sauce made from milk, vinegar, and sour cream, these onion rings make a perfect appetizer or burger side dish with a satisfyingly crunchy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Onion Rings
- 1 large sweet or yellow onion, thickly sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 Tbsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Oil for frying (canola oil or any high smoke point oil)
Dipping Sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 1 Tbsp white vinegar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the onion rings: Start by slicing the large sweet or yellow onion into thick rings about 1/2 inch thick, separating each ring carefully to keep them intact.
- Make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, combine the milk and white vinegar and let it sit for a few minutes to curdle. Stir in the sour cream until smooth and set aside.
- Prepare the flour coating: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to create a seasoned flour mixture.
- Coat the onion rings: Dip each onion ring into the milk and sour cream mixture briefly, then dredge it thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring each ring is fully coated. For extra crispiness, repeat this step for a double coating.
- Heat the oil: Pour enough canola oil into a deep skillet or frying pan to submerge the onion rings halfway. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the onion rings: Carefully place coated onion rings in the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and serve: Use a slotted spoon to remove the onion rings and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm with the prepared dipping sauce for a perfect appetizer or side.
Notes
- For best results, use a high smoke point oil such as canola or vegetable oil for frying.
- Double coating the onion rings in the milk mixture and flour will yield extra crispy results.
- Keep the oil temperature steady at 350°F to prevent soggy or burnt onion rings.
- These onion rings pair perfectly with burgers or as a standalone appetizer.
