Really Great Onion Rings Recipe

Name: Really Great Onion Rings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg; 1 cup full-fat milk (or use 2% milk); ⅓ cup vegetable oil; 1 ½ cups flour, divided; 2 teaspoons seasoning salt (more if desired); ½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste); ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste); 1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder; 3 medium onions, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings; oil (for frying); seasoning salt, for sprinkling on top of cooked rings

Servings: persons

1 large egg
1 cup full-fat milk (or use 2% milk)
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups flour, divided
2 teaspoons seasoning salt (more if desired)
½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
1 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
3 medium onions, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings
oil (for frying)
seasoning salt, for sprinkling on top of cooked rings

1
Heat oil in a large heavy pot or deep-fryer to 375 degrees (use enough oil to about 2-inches or more up the sides of the pot).
2
Place 1/2 cup flour into a medium bowl.
3
Add in all the onion rings, then cover the bowl with a plate; shake the covered bowl gently to coat the rings with the flour.
4
In a medium bowl whisk together egg, milk, 1/3 cup oil, 2 teaspoons (or more) seasoned salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper until well combined.
5
Add in 1 cup flour and 1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder; whisk vigorously until well combined.
6
Remove a few floured onion rings from the bowl, then coat in the egg mixture.
7
Place into hot oil and fry until golden brown turning once (watch closely these cook fast!
8
).
9
Place into a bowl then sprinkle with seasoned salt while hot.
10
Continue with remaining onions.
11
Delicious!

440

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg, 1 cup full-fat milk (or use 2% milk), ⅓ cup vegetable oil, 1 ½ cups flour, divided, and more.

Yes, Really Great Onion Rings falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Really Great Onion Rings

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Variations & substitutions

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