Description
Indulge in the crispy delight of Bite-Sized Blooming Onions, a fun and flavorful twist on a classic appetizer. These golden, crunchy onion bites are perfect for any gathering, from game day celebrations to casual get-togethers. Each piece boasts a satisfying crunch with a soft, savory interior that pairs beautifully with a zesty homemade dipping sauce. Easy to prepare and customizable to your spice preference, these delicious snacks will impress your guests and keep them coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon horseradish (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and slice the sweet onions into bite-sized wedges.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt; another with buttermilk; and the last with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip each onion piece in the flour mixture, then buttermilk, followed by coating it in panko.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the onion petals in small batches until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes), then drain on paper towels.
- Mix all dipping sauce ingredients together in a bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg