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Bite-Sized Blooming Onions


  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, golden-brown mini onions that resemble blooming flowers, perfect for gatherings and parties.


Ingredients

Scale
  • Mini onions
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup water or beer
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup cream or sour cream (for dipping sauce)
  • Chives or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Trim the tops of the mini onions and peel them carefully to keep their shape.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. <liGradually whisk in water or beer until you achieve a smooth, pourable batter.

  4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan to about 350°F (175°C).
  5. Dip each mini onion into the prepared batter, ensuring it is fully coated, then gently place them into the hot oil.
  6. Fry until golden brown and crispy, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Remove the onions from the oil and let them drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  8. For the dipping sauce, mix cream or sour cream with the chopped chives or parsley.
  9. Serve the Bite-Sized Blooming Onions warm alongside your dipping sauce.

Notes

Serve warm and consider pairing with various dips like spicy aioli or ranch dressing.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 blooming onions
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: blooming onions, appetizer, frying, party food, crispy snacks