French Fried Onions

Perfectly crispy and golden, these homemade French Fried Onions are the ultimate crunchy topping or side dish for any meal. Made with thinly sliced onions soaked in tangy buttermilk, then coated in a flavorful blend of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, and garlic powder, they're fried to perfection in hot vegetable oil. The result is an irresistible combination of tender onion interiors enveloped by a savory, shatteringly crisp crust. Whether you're enhancing your green bean casserole, adding a gourmet twist to burgers, or simply enjoying them as a snack, these fried onions are a game-changer. Ready in just 40 minutes, they bring restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen that will have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces large onions
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the onions and slice them thinly into rings, about 1/4 inch thick. Separate the rings and discard the smallest inner pieces.

Step 2

Place the onion rings into a large bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them soak for 10-15 minutes to tenderize and enhance flavor.

Step 3

While the onions soak, prepare the coating. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or large, heavy-bottomed skillet to a temperature of 350°F (175°C). Use a deep-fry thermometer for accuracy.

Step 5

Working in batches, remove a handful of onion rings from the buttermilk, allowing the excess liquid to drip off. Dredge them thoroughly in the flour mixture, making sure all sides are completely coated.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil, being cautious not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp, turning occasionally for even browning.

Step 7

Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried onions from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat the coating and frying process with the remaining onion rings, ensuring to maintain the oil temperature between batches.

Step 9

Once all onion rings are fried, lightly sprinkle them with a pinch of extra salt for added flavor, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a topping or side dish, and enjoy the crispy, flavorful French fried onions!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1622.5 grams (1622.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8836

Total Fat 956.00g	1226%
Saturated Fat 140.00g	700%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 27mg	9%
Sodium 2634mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 135.70g	49%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 24.60g	49%

Vitamin D 127IU	635%
Calcium 384mg	30%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1019mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 93.1%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 5.9%