How to Make Onion Rings at Home - Easy Recipe
Learn how to make onion rings at home with this easy, crispy recipe. A simple step-by-step guide for beginners to enjoy golden, crunchy onion rings.
Equipment
- Two mixing bowls
- Deep skillet or pot
- Meat thermometer (recommended)
- Slotted spoon or tongs
- Fork
- Paper towels
- Shallow bowl for dipping
Ingredients
- 2-3 large sweet onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 1 cup water or milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs optional
- Oil for frying 2-3 cups vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
- 1. Slice onions into 1/4-1/2 inch rings, separate individual rings
- 2. In bowl 1: Mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder
- 3. In bowl 2: Beat egg and whisk in water
- 4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stir until smooth batter forms
- 5. Heat oil to 350-375°F in deep skillet
- 6. Dip onion rings in batter, coat thoroughly
- 7. Dip battered rings in breadcrumbs if desired
- 8. Fry 3-4 rings at a time for 1-2 minutes per side until golden
- 9. Remove with slotted spoon, drain on paper towels
- 10. Season with salt while hot
- 11. Serve immediately with dipping sauce
Notes
Pro Tips:
- Don't overcrowd the pan – fry in small batches
- Keep oil temperature between 350-375°F for best results
- Use a thermometer – guessing leads to greasy rings
- Drain on paper towels immediately after frying
- Salt them hot right out of the oil
- Use sweet onions for best flavor