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Mini Bloomin’ Onions with Buttermilk Ranch Dip


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightfully crispy Mini Bloomin’ Onions paired with a creamy buttermilk ranch dip, perfect for gatherings and as a tasty appetizer.


Ingredients

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  • 4 small onions
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in your deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut the tops and bottoms off the onions, peel them, and make cuts down the sides to create petals without cutting through the root.
  3. Soak the prepared onions in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Remove onions from the buttermilk, letting any excess drain off, and coat them fully in the flour mixture.
  6. Carefully fry the onions in the hot oil for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce to create the ranch dip.
  8. Serve the mini bloomin’ onions hot with the ranch dip on the side.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze properly cooled and wrapped onions for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: bloomin' onions, appetizers, party food, ranch dip, crispy onions