Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsUrban KitchenHand Breaded Onion Rings Recipe

Hand Breaded Onion Rings Recipe

Inspired by Urban Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

served with choice of sauce

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Ingredients

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Onion Rings

Sauce Options

Method

Prepare the Onion Rings

  1. 1

    Slice the Onions

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

  2. 2

    Make the Batter

    In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well. Gradually add the cold sparkling water while whisking until a smooth batter forms.

Fry the Onion Rings

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan or a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 4

    Coat the Onion Rings

    Dip each onion ring into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off before carefully placing it into the hot oil.

  3. 5

    Fry the Rings

    Fry the onion rings in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

  4. 6

    Drain and Cool

    Remove the fried onion rings from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Prepare the Sauces

  1. 7

    Mix the Sauces

    In a small bowl, mix the ketchup, mayonnaise, hot sauce, garlic powder, and sour cream together until well combined. Adjust ingredients to taste.

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