Fried Onion Dog Recipe
Crispy onion topping on a juicy hot dog.
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Ingredients
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Hot Dogs
Fried Onions
Method
Preparation of Fried Onions
- 1
Slice the Onion
Peel the large onion and slice it thinly into rings.
- 2
Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
Dip the Onions
Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl. Dip each onion ring into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat in the flour mixture.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Onions
Carefully add the coated onion rings to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Cooking Hot Dogs
Assembly
- 8
Assemble the Fried Onion Dog
Place each hot dog into a toasted bun and top generously with the crispy fried onions.
- 9