Battered and Fried Onion Blossom

30 mins
4 servings

Description

A crispy and flavorful appetizer featuring a delicate onion blossom coated in a light and airy batter, deep-fried to a golden brown

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut the top off the onion, remove the skin, and cut out the center to create a blossom shape
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper
  3. Step 3: Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl
  4. Step 4: Dip the onion blossom into the buttermilk, then coat in the flour mixture, shaking off excess
  5. Step 5: Heat about 1/2-inch of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat
  6. Step 6: Carefully place the battered onion blossom into the hot oil
  7. Step 7: Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy
  8. Step 8: Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil

Nutrition Information

Per serving

202

Calories

6.79g

Protein

1.16g

Fat

41.62g

Carbs

Recipe Details

Prep Time:20 mins
Cook Time:10 mins
Total Time:30 mins

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