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Bite-Sized Blooming Onions

Crispy Bite-Sized Blooming Onions for Perfect Party Snacking

Discover the joy of Bite-Sized Blooming Onions, a crunchy vegetarian appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Soaking Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Battering Station
  • 2 Onions Sweet or yellow onions
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with plant-based milk and vinegar
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free option available
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adjust for spice level
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crunch
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil High smoke point oils recommended
Zesty Dipping Sauce
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt or vegan mayo as substitute
  • 2 tbsp Ketchup
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Omit for vegetarian version
  • 1 tsp Horseradish Optional
  • 0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Thermometer
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the onions by trimming the tops and slicing into quarters, soaking in buttermilk for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and salt in a shallow dish.
  3. Set up a breading station with soaked onion wedges, flour mixture, and panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Coat onion wedges in flour, dip in buttermilk, then roll in panko, pressing to adhere.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet until shimmering at 350°F (175°C).
  6. Fry coated onion wedges in small batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire, horseradish, and smoked paprika for the dipping sauce.
  8. Remove fried onions, drain on paper towels, serve hot with dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure oil is at the correct temperature for frying to avoid greasy bites. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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