Description
This deep-fried blooming onion is a golden, crispy, pull-apart appetizer that’s as fun to eat as it is to make. Perfect for parties, game day, or any time you want to impress with a dramatic and delicious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
- Cut the onion: remove 1/2 inch from the top and peel. Place cut-side down and make 12–16 vertical slices without cutting through the root. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- Dredge the onion in the dry flour mix, then dip into the egg mixture, then back into the flour, coating well between petals.
- Carefully lower the coated onion into the hot oil and fry for 6–8 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with additional salt or paprika if desired.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Chill sliced onion in water before coating to help it bloom open.
- Double-dip in flour and batter for a crunchier texture.
- Use a thermometer to maintain steady oil temperature for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 blooming onion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: blooming onion, deep fried onion, crispy appetizer, party snack, onion appetizer