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5-Minute, Terrific Old-Fashioned Onion Rings

Old-Fashioned Onion Rings
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Make classic, diner-style onion rings from scratch. This recipe delivers crispy, golden onion rings with a perfectly seasoned batter, just like you remember.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large yellow onions
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. Slice the onions into 1/4-inch thick rings. Separate the rings gently and set them aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk and egg until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is smooth. A few small lumps are fine.
  5. Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Use a thermometer to check the temperature.
  6. Dip the onion rings into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
  7. Carefully place a few rings at a time into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pot.
  8. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once, until the rings are golden brown and crisp.
  9. Remove the onion rings with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  10. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can chill the separated onion rings in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before battering.
  • Richard remembers that a tiny pinch of baking powder can sometimes make the batter lighter, if you wish to experiment.
  • Always maintain the oil temperature; if it drops too low, your rings will be greasy.

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