Easy Onion Rings Recipe
You only have onions, but you’re craving something different? Today, we’re making the recipe of your dreams.
We’re finally going to learn how to make onion rings — and once you try them, you’ll never stop making them again.
This recipe is truly one of the best for those who love onions. They’re usually served at fast-food restaurants, but today we’re bringing you a homemade version straight from your kitchen.
About the Onion Rings
This is one of those inventions that makes you grateful it exists. Believe it or not, it’s a very old recipe.
There’s even a dispute about who invented them. Today, they’re considered a type of traditional junk food in the United States and Canada.
Like all traditional cooking methods, there are many questions about the correct way to prepare them.
When it comes to frying, it’s even more important to find the ideal technique to achieve a crispy, golden, and tasty result.
How to Chop an Onion Correctly?
- First, peel the onion.
- Cut it in half.
- Do not start cutting the rings from one end.
- Cut each half into three pieces only to avoid very thin rings.
- Separate the rings carefully so you use the entire onion.
This method prevents waste and ensures perfect thickness.
How to Make Crispy and Easy Onion Rings?
French fries may rule as the perfect burger partner, but when you want something different, onions are the vegetable to choose.
Preparation Time
- Preparation: 20 Minutes
- Cooking: 20 Minutes
- Ready in: 30 Minutes
Onion Rings Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onions | 3 |
| Flour | 2 tablespoons |
| Cornstarch | 1 cup |
| Milk | 1 liter |
| Paprika | 1 teaspoon |
| Pepper | To taste |
| Salt | To taste |
Tartar Sauce Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Hellmann’s Classic Mayonnaise | 100 g |
| Dijon mustard | 25 g |
| Capers | 15 g |
| Gherkins | 15 g |
| Onion | 20 g |
| Boiled egg | 1 |
| Parsley | To taste |
Instructions:
- Cut the onions into even rings and separate them.
- Place rings in a bowl and cover with milk.
- Let marinate in the refrigerator for 6 hours.
- Drain and dry them well.
- Mix cornstarch and flour in a bowl.
- Season with paprika and pepper (optional: curry or chili).
- Coat onion rings completely.
- Shake off excess flour.
- Heat oil carefully.
- Test temperature — if it bubbles, it’s ready.
- Fry in batches until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Add salt just before serving.
Video Guide 📽️
Transform Mayonnaise into Tartar Sauce
- Chop capers, gherkins, and onion.
- Grate or chop boiled egg.
- Mix mayonnaise and mustard.
- Add remaining ingredients.
- Finish with parsley.
Done in minutes.
Two More Sauces to Accompany Onion Rings:
Sauce 1: Cilantro Mayonnaise
| Ingredient |
|---|
| Cilantro |
| Yogurt |
| Mustard |
| Mayonnaise |
| Lemon juice (optional) |
Preparation:
- Chop cilantro.
- Add yogurt.
- Add mayonnaise and mustard.
- Mix well.
- Add lemon juice if desired.
Sauce 2: Sweet and Sour Sauce
| Ingredient |
|---|
| Honey |
| Ketchup |
| Soy sauce |
| Garlic or Ginger (optional) |
Preparation:
- Mix honey, ketchup, and soy sauce.
- Add grated ginger if desired.
- Mix thoroughly.
Trick to Make Them 100% Crispy
For extra crunch, use polenta.
- After coating in batter, give them a final coating in polenta.
- Fry in very hot oil.
- Place on a flat plate lined with paper towels.
- Do not stack them.
This keeps them perfectly crispy.
Essential Tips for Outstanding Onion Rings:
- Choose medium or large onions.
- Cut into 1 cm thick rings.
- Red onions give stronger and sweeter flavor.
- Store cut rings in refrigerator if not cooking immediately.
- Dry damp onions with kitchen paper.
- Wait until oil is very hot before frying.
- Lower heat slightly after adding rings.
- Soak in cold salted water (10–30 minutes) to reduce strong flavor.
- Soda can be replaced with beer or fizzy drink.
Fact:
Both white and red onions:
- Stimulate appetite
- Aid digestion
- Are bactericidal
- Have purifying and diuretic properties
Nutritional Facts (Approximate per Serving – 6 pieces)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 38 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
| Sugar | 6 g |
Values may vary depending on frying method and sauce.
FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bake onion rings instead of frying?
Yes. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 20–25 minutes until golden, flipping halfway.
How do I keep them crispy?
Avoid stacking and always place them on paper towels immediately after frying.
Can I freeze them?
Yes. Freeze after coating and fry directly from frozen.
Why soak onions in milk?
It softens their flavor and helps coating stick better.
Conclusion
Homemade onion rings are easier than they seem. With the right cutting technique, proper coating, and hot oil, you’ll achieve that perfect golden crunch every time. Pair them with your favorite sauces, and you’ll never look at fast-food onion rings the same way again.
Now it’s your turn — go make them crispy and spectacular.
