Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDairy Queen Grill & ChillOnion Rings Recipe

Onion Rings Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Oil for frying

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

    Peel the onions and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rings. Separate the rings and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Batter

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Whisk together until well combined.

  3. 3

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and the egg until well blended.

  4. 4

    Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Frying

  1. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a large, deep pot or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.

  2. 6

    Coat the Onion Rings

    Take a few onion rings at a time and dip them into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.

  3. 7

    Fry the Onion Rings

    Carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.

  4. 8

    Drain and Cool

    Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried onion rings from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Season with salt while still hot.

Serving

  1. 9

    Serve Hot

    Serve the onion rings hot with your choice of dipping sauce, such as ranch, ketchup, or buffalo sauce.

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