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Bite-Sized Blooming Onions


  • Author: tastytrails
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy, golden Bite-Sized Blooming Onions, perfect for parties and movie nights.


Ingredients

  • Mini onions
  • All-purpose flour
  • Cornstarch
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Cayenne pepper
  • Cold water
  • Oil (for frying)
  • Creamy dipping sauce (such as ranch or spicy mayo)

Instructions

  1. Peel the mini onions and slice the tops off.
  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in a bowl.
  3. Gradually add cold water to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
  4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or pan until hot.
  5. Dip each mini onion into the batter, fully coating it.
  6. Carefully place the onions in the hot oil and fry until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  8. Serve warm with the creamy dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra kick, add more cayenne or some hot sauce to the batter. Experiment with different dips.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: appetizer, blooming onions, fried food, party food