Recipes by Dolapo Grey

Onion Rings

These crispy fried onion rings are a total crowd-pleaser. Serve as an appetizer, a side for burgers, or as a snack and your guests would be asking for more! It’s very delicious and easy to make.

INGREDIENTS

  • Onions – 2 big ones or 3 medium ones
  • All-purpose flour – 1 cup
  • Cornflour – 1/3 cup
  • Salt – 1 teaspoon
  • Baking powder – 1 teaspoon, optional
  • Paprika – 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper – 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cool water – 1 cup
  • Bread crumbs – 1 1/2 cups
  • Oil – for deep frying

PROCEDURE

Step 1

Peel and slice the onions.

Step 2

Separate into rings and set aside.

Step 3

Add the flour and cornflour into a bowl.

Step 4

Add the salt, baking powder, paprika and black pepper.

Step 5

Whisk to combine.

Step 6

Toss the onions slices into the flour mixture until they are well coated. Tap out the excess, and place on a plate.

Step 7

Pour the cold water into the flour mixture.

Step 8

Mix until smooth.

Step 9

Dip the onion rings in the batter, one at a time and coat.

Step 10

Place in the bread crumbs and pat until they are well coated.

Step 11

Repeat the process for the remaining rings

Step 12

Deep fry in hot oil for about 2 minutes or until golden.

Step 13

Drain on paper towels to soak up excess oil.

Step 14

Serve hot.

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