While they look easy enough to make, getting that light, crisp coating without ending up with a soggy result takes a few clever tricks.
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Golden, crispy onion rings are one of those simple comfort foods that never go out of style.
Whether they're served alongside a juicy burger, a perfectly grilled steak or enjoyed as a snack on their own, the best onion rings deliver a satisfying crunch with a sweet, tender centre.
While they look easy enough to make, getting that light, crisp coating without ending up with a soggy result takes a few clever tricks.
Here's how to make perfect homemade onion rings every time.
Now there are hundreds of recipes, involving different mixtures of batter to coat them in, different sauces to dip them in, and even the type of onions you use to prepare them.
We’ve found a simple onion rings recipe to satisfy your craving.
What you’ll need
Heavy-bottomed pot, such as Dutch oven
Slotted spoon or spider straining utensil
Large baking sheet
INGREDIENTS
METHOD
In a large bowl, combine egg, ¼ cup oil and milk. Mix with an electric mixer, set to low speed, for 1 minute. Add dry ingredients and continue to mix until smooth.
Add 6 cups oil to a large, heavy-bottomed pot, over medium heat. Preheat for about 10 minutes, or until oil reaches about 375°C. Reduce heat to low-medium. Prepare a large baking sheet with paper towels, to drain excess grease off the fried onion rings.
Dip onion slices in batter, then place into hot oil. Do this in batches of 4-5 onion rings at a time, so they don't stick together. Fry until golden on both sides, flipping after 30 seconds to a minute. Be attentive and take care not to burn. You may need to continue to reduce your heat as they cook.
With a slotted spoon, remove onion rings to paper towel-lined sheet. Repeat with remaining batches.
Serve with ketchup, or a spicy ketchup + Sriracha mixture.
Recipe: Georgia Johnson, The Comfort of Cooking
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