Onion Petals

Why Make This Recipe

Onion Petals are a delightful snack or appetizer that brings a crispy and flavorful twist to the classic onion rings. They are perfect for sharing at parties, game days, or just as a tasty treat for yourself. With a crunchy outside and a tender inside, these onion petals are sure to impress your friends and family.

How to Make Onion Petals

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• 1 large sweet onion
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• Oil for frying

Directions

1. Make the sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, horseradish, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne until smooth. Cover and refrigerate.
2. Cut the root off the onion, discard the peel, cut the onion in half, then into fourths, and again into halves. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, mix the flour, seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
4. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg.
5. Coat the onion petals in flour, then dip them in the buttermilk mixture, and then back into the flour mixture.
6. Place coated petals on a parchment-lined tray.
7. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry onion petals for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Place fried petals on paper towels to drain, then transfer to a wire rack.
9. Serve with sauce and enjoy.

How to Serve Onion Petals

Onion Petals are great served hot and fresh! Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, like the one you made earlier. They pair well with cold drinks and are a fun addition to a party platter.

How to Store Onion Petals

If you have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply place them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes. This will help keep them crispy.

Tips to Make Onion Petals

• Choose a sweet onion for the best flavor.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to get a good crunch.
• Don’t overcrowd the frying pan; fry in batches if needed.
• Feel free to adjust the spices in the coating to suit your taste.

Variation

You can add grated Parmesan cheese to the flour mixture for an extra cheesy flavor. You can also experiment with different spices like chili powder or oregano to mix things up!

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of onion?
Yes, while sweet onions work best for this recipe, you can use any onion of your choice. Just keep in mind that the flavor will vary.

2. Is there a way to make this recipe healthier?
You can try baking the onion petals instead of frying them. Coat them lightly with oil and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes until crispy.

3. Can I freeze the onion petals?
Yes, you can freeze the coated but uncooked onion petals. Just place them in a single layer on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer them to an airtight container. Fry them straight from the freezer when you’re ready to eat!

Onion Petals

Crispy and flavorful onion petals, a delightful snack or appetizer perfect for sharing.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dipping Sauce

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• pinch cayenne pepper

Onion Petals

• 1 large sweet onion Choose a sweet onion for the best flavor.
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg

Method

 

Preparation

1. Make the sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, horseradish, minced garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne until smooth. Cover and refrigerate.
2. Cut the root off the onion, discard the peel, cut the onion in half, then into fourths, and again into halves. Set aside.

Coating

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
2. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg.
3. Coat the onion petals in flour, then dip them in the buttermilk mixture, and then back into the flour mixture.
4. Place coated petals on a parchment-lined tray.

Frying

1. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry onion petals for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
2. Place fried petals on paper towels to drain, then transfer to a wire rack.

Serving

1. Serve with sauce and enjoy.

Notes

If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, place them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes. Don’t overcrowd the frying pan; fry in batches if needed.