Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 Large Onions, sliced into rings
- 2 Cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 Teaspoons of salt
- 1 Teaspoon of baking powder
- 1 Cup of cold water
- 2 Eggs, beaten
- 2 Cups of vegetable oil for frying (approximately)
- 1 Cup of panko breadcrumbs (optional, for a crunchy exterior)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 Minutes
- Cooking: 30 Minutes
- Total: 50 Minutes
Difficulty Level:
[Level 3] - Moderate. Requires slicing onions and mixing ingredients, but no complex cooking techniques.
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the onions by slicing them into rings.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cold water and beaten eggs.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to medium-high heat.
- Dip the onion rings into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally into the panko breadcrumbs (if using).
- Carefully lower the onion rings into the hot oil and fry until golden and crispy.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce (e.g., ketchup, BBQ sauce).
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (based on small to medium onion rings)
- Fat: High due to frying in oil.
- Carbohydrates: From flour and onions.
- Protein: From eggs and breadcrumbs (if using).
Dish Characteristics:
- Golden and crispy exterior with a tender onion center.
- Perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion.
- Customizable with different dipping sauces.
User Comments:
- "These onion rings were so crispy and delicious! The perfect balance of sweet and savory." - John Doe
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, yet the outcome is so impressive." - Jane Smith
- "Great dish for entertaining! Everyone loved the crunchy onion rings." - Robert Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Handle hot oil carefully to avoid splashes or burns.
- Do not overcrowd the fryer or pot, as this can lower the temperature of the oil and result in greasy food.
- Adjust the thickness of the onion rings by using different sized onion slices or adjusting the amount of flour/egg mixture used for dipping.
