Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFire Engine Pizza CoSide Onion Rings Recipe

Side Onion Rings Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Crispy onion slices served as a side dish.

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Ingredients

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Onion Rings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

    Peel the large onions and slice them into 1/4 inch thick rings. Carefully separate the rings and set them aside.

  2. 2

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until all dry ingredients are fully incorporated.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Batter

    Gradually add the cold water to the dry mixture, whisking until you achieve a smooth batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the onion rings.

Frying

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan or heavy pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 365°F (185°C).

  2. 5

    Coat the Onion Rings

    Dip each onion ring into the prepared batter, ensuring they are fully coated before carefully placing them in the hot oil.

  3. 6

    Fry the Onion Rings

    Fry the onion rings in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Flip them halfway through for even cooking.

  4. 7

    Drain the Onion Rings

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the onion rings from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Once all the onion rings are fried and drained, serve them hot as a crispy side dish.

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