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Flaky Onion Rings

These Flaky Onion Rings are light, crispy, and packed with delicious flavor, creating a perfect balance of crunchy coating and sweet, caramelized onions within. A perfect comfort food for gatherings or movie nights.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 3 cups buttermilk preferably organic
  • 3/4 cup Louisiana hot sauce adjust quantity based on spice tolerance
  • 2 tbsp Creole seasoning use a good quality blend
  • 3 tsp cayenne pepper add more for extra heat
Onion Rings
  • 2 large sweet onions (Vidalia, Maui, or Walla Walla) use sweet varieties for best flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour for crunchiness
  • 2 tsp baking powder for light texture
  • 1 tsp kosher salt plus more for seasoning
  • Vegetable oil for deep frying use high-heat oil like canola or peanut

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups buttermilk, 3/4 cup Louisiana hot sauce, 2 tbsp Creole seasoning, and 2 tsp cayenne pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  2. Separate the onion slices into individual rings and add them to the buttermilk mixture. Gently stir to coat each ring thoroughly.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Cooking
  1. Preheat your vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, and the remaining 1 tsp cayenne pepper.
  3. Remove the onion rings from the buttermilk mixture. Dredge each ring in the flour mixture and place them on a wire rack.
  4. Fry the onion rings in batches for about 3 minutes until golden and crisp.
  5. Transfer them to a wire rack to drain, lightly season with salt while still hot.

Notes

For crispy results, ensure oil is hot enough before frying. Keep leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best results.