Description
Awesome Blossom Onion Bites are crispy, golden fried onion wedges coated in a flavorful seasoned batter, perfect as a delicious appetizer or party snack. These bites bring the iconic taste of restaurant-style fried onions to your kitchen, served hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Onion Bites
- 2 large sweet onions, peeled and cut into bite-sized wedges
Batter & Coating
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup buttermilk
For Frying
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches deep)
Instructions
- Prepare Onions: Place the onion wedges in a large bowl and gently separate the layers to create bite-sized pieces ideal for coating and frying.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using to create a flavorful coating mix.
- Coat Onions in Buttermilk: Pour the buttermilk over the onion wedges and toss them gently ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the buttermilk.
- Dredge Onions in Flour Mixture: Working in batches, dip the buttermilk-coated onion wedges into the flour mixture, pressing lightly so the coating adheres well to every layer.
- Heat Oil for Frying: Heat approximately 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C), making sure the oil is hot enough to achieve a crispy exterior.
- Fry Onion Bites: Carefully place the coated onion wedges in the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until the bites are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain Excess Oil: Remove the fried onion bites with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the awesome blossom onion bites hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as spicy mayo, ranch, or bloom sauce for an irresistible appetizer.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, let the coated onions rest for 5 minutes before frying to help the batter set.
- These onion bites pair wonderfully with spicy mayo, ranch dressing, or classic bloom sauce.
- Be careful when frying to maintain oil temperature for even cooking and crisp texture.
