Onion Rings

Indulge in the irresistible crispy perfection of homemade onion rings covered in a crispy coating, these crisp onions make a versatile and crowd-pleasing snack that's easy to make.

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Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Total Time35 minutes mins

Servings10 rings

These homemade onion rings deliver everything you’re craving and then some. The coating is golden and crisp, the onion inside is sweet and mellow, and together they create that perfect balance of texture and taste you can’t stop reaching for.

Onion Rings Ingredients

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Note – The star of the show, the yellow onion brings its unique sweet and savory flavor to these rings. If you prefer a milder taste, go for sweet yellow onions.

You’ll need:

You’ll start with sweet yellow onions, sliced into ¼-inch rings. Not thinner. Not thicker. Just right for cooking through while keeping that signature snap.

Stay organized: Set up your breading station before you start dipping.

Each ring goes through a triple-coating system:

1. Seasoned flour – for grip.
2. Egg-milk wash – for glue.
3. Breadcrumb mix – for crunch, using both plain and panko for texture that hits both crispy and airy.

The layers are deliberate. You want structure so they hold their coating through the fry and onto the plate.

Frying tip that changes everything:

Heat control is everything. Set your oil to 365°F, and don’t crowd the pan. Whether you’re using a skillet or deep fryer, cook in batches and give the rings room. You’re not steaming them. You’re crisping them. If the oil drops in temp, the breading absorbs oil instead of locking it out. That’s how soggy happens.

Skillet vs. deep fryer:

• Deep fryer gives more even color and control. Bonus: you can do more at once.
• Skillet works just fine, as long as you monitor temp between batches and don’t rush the flip.

Serving Ideas

Enjoy your fried onion rings as a classic side dish alongside burgers, hot dogs, or sandwiches. Their crispy texture and savory flavor make them the perfect accompaniment to your favorite comfort foods.

Elevate your game day spread by serving these onion rings as a party snack. Pair them with a zesty dip and watch them disappear in no time.

Dipping sauces for onion rings:

• .Red Robin Campfire Sauce – A creamy, smoky, tangy BBQ‑mayo blend with just a hint of chili. Made in under 5 minutes with only three ingredients.
• Yum Yum Sauce – A creamy, subtly tangy Japanese‑style steakhouse sauce that many enjoy with fries and onion rings.
• Honey Mustard – Sweet and tangy, this mayo‑mustard‑honey dip adds a flavorful punch to onion rings—and keeps well in the fridge for up to a month

Storage Instructions

They’re best fresh—full stop. But if you have leftovers, reheat them in a hot oven (425°F for six to eight minutes) or an air fryer to bring the crunch back. Skip the microwave unless you’re aiming for onion ring sadness.

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Onion Rings

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Indulge in the irresistible crispy perfection of homemade onion rings covered in a crispy coating, these crisp onions make a versatile and crowd-pleasing snack that's easy to make.

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 10 rings

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Equipment

• 10 to 12 inch skillet -or- deep fat fryer
• Oil thermometer, if using a skillet optional but recommended

Ingredients

  

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• 2 medium-size sweet yellow onions (about 1 pound)
• 1 cup all purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon table salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 extra large egg
• 1 ½ cups plain panko bread crumbs
• 1 cup plain bread crumbs
• vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

 

Prepare Onions

• Peel the outer skin of the onions.
• Slice the onions into ¼ in thick rings, and separate the rings.

Set Up

• Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place a cooling rack over the lined baking sheet.
• Line another baking sheet with paper towels for the cooked onion rings.

Heat Oil

• Add vegetable oil to a 10 to 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat, filling it to about ½ inch depth, or set up your deep fryer. Heat the oil to 365°F.

Prepare Coatings

• In a shallow bowl or pie plate, whisk together flour, onion powder, baking powder, paprika, table salt, and black pepper.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and egg until well incorporated.
• In another separate bowl, whisk together the panko and plain bread crumbs.

Coat Onion Rings

• Dredge each onion ring in the flour mixture.
• Dip the flour coated onion rings in the milk and egg mixture.
• Finally, coat the onion rings in the breadcrumb mixture. Place them on the cooling rack over the baking sheet.

Deep Fryer Method

• Heat the oil in your deep fryer to 365*.
• Add a single layer of breaded onion rings to the deep fryer basket.
• Cook the onion rings for 1 ½ to 2 minutes per side, or until the onion rings are a deep golden brown. Repeat for the remaining onion rings.

Skillet Method

• Once the oil reaches 365*, use tongs to carefully add the coated onion rings in batches, ensuring not to crowd the skillet.
• Cook for about 2 minutes per side, or until deep golden brown. Monitor the heat to prevent burning.
• Transfer cooked onion rings to the paper towel lined baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining onion rings.

Notes

• Sweet yellow onions can be substituted for plain yellow onions or white onions
• Vegetable oil can be substituted for canola or peanut oil.
• Chipotle powder or cayenne pepper for a spicier version.

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 2mg

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