Description
Crispy, golden bloomin onion petals bring Southern American steakhouse magic right to home kitchens. Seasoned, deep-fried onion layers create an irresistible appetizer you’ll crave with tangy dipping sauce.
Ingredients
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Bloomin Onion Petals
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large sweet onion (Vidalia or yellow)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Dipping Sauce Ingredients:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Select a large, firm onion and carefully slice off the top, revealing the layered interior.
- Gently peel back and separate each onion layer, creating distinctive petal-like segments that will become crispy, golden appetizers.
- Rinse the onion petals under cool water to remove any residual dirt or loose skin, then pat thoroughly dry with paper towels.
- Create a seasoned flour mixture with a blend of salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder for a robust flavor profile.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl until smooth and well-combined, preparing for the coating process.
- Dredge each onion petal first in the seasoned flour, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Dip the floured petals into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off for a light, even coating.
- Return the petals to the seasoned flour mixture for a second coating, which will create a crisp, textured exterior.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F, maintaining a consistent temperature.
- Carefully lower the coated onion petals into the hot oil, frying in small batches to prevent overcrowding.
- Fry until the petals turn a deep golden brown and develop a crunchy, irresistible texture, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the petals using a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve immediately with a zesty dipping sauce, such as ranch or spicy aioli, for maximum flavor and enjoyment.
Notes
- Slice onions carefully to maintain uniform petal size for even cooking and crispy texture.
- Soak onion petals in cold water with ice for 15 minutes to help them stay crisp and reduce strong raw onion flavor.
- Pat onion petals completely dry before coating to ensure breading adheres perfectly and creates a crunchy exterior.
- Choose sweet onions like Vidalia for a milder, more delicate taste that works well with the crispy coating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg