Crispy Homemade Onion Rings

🥘 Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Onion Rings:

• 2 large white or yellow onions

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp onion powder

For the Batter:

• 1 cup cold milk (or buttermilk for extra flavor)

• 1 large egg

For Coating:

• 1½ cups breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crunch)

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil (enough for deep frying)

🔪 Step 1: Prepare the Onions

1. Peel onions and slice into ½-inch thick rings.

2. Separate rings carefully.

3. Set aside on a paper towel.

🥣 Step 2: Set Up Breading Station

Prepare 3 bowls:

1️⃣ Flour Bowl
Mix flour + salt + pepper + paprika + garlic powder + onion powder.

2️⃣ Wet Bowl
Whisk milk and egg together.

3️⃣ Breadcrumb Bowl
Add breadcrumbs (you can mix a pinch of salt here too).

🧅 Step 3: Coat the Rings

For each onion ring:

1. Dip in flour (shake off excess).

2. Dip in egg/milk mixture.

3. Coat well in breadcrumbs.

4. Press breadcrumbs gently to stick.

👉 For extra crispy rings:
Repeat egg + breadcrumb step one more time (double coating).

🔥 Step 4: Fry

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).

2. Fry in small batches (don’t overcrowd).

3. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.

4. Remove and place on paper towel to drain.

🌬 Air Fryer Option (Healthier)

1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

2. Spray onion rings lightly with oil.

3. Air fry for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

4. Spray again lightly for extra crispiness.

🔥 Oven Option

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Place rings on lined baking tray.

3. Spray with oil.

4. Bake 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway.

🥫 Dipping Sauce Ideas

• Classic ketchup

• Garlic mayo

• Spicy sriracha mayo

• Honey mustard

• BBQ sauce

💡 Pro Tips for Extra Crispiness

✔ Use Panko breadcrumbs
✔ Keep milk cold
✔ Don’t overcrowd oil
✔ Maintain oil temperature (too low = soggy)
✔ Double coat for thick crunchy crust