Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSamos RestaurantOnion Rings Recipe

Onion Rings Recipe

Inspired by Samos Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Make Onion Rings Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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For the Onion Rings

Method

Preparing the Onion Rings

  1. 1

    Peel the onions and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rings. Separate the rings and set them aside.

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to ensure ingredients are evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Gradually pour in the cold sparkling water into the dry mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat the onion rings.

Frying the Onion Rings

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (175°C). You can check the temperature using a kitchen thermometer or by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle.

  2. 5

    Coat the Onion Rings

    Dip each onion ring into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off.

  3. 6

    Fry the Onion Rings

    Carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

  4. 7

    Drain and Serve

    Once fried, transfer the onion rings to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

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