Description

Crispy and flavorful Awesome Blossom Onion Bites are the perfect appetizer or snack. Made with sweet onions coated in a seasoned batter and deep-fried to golden perfection, these bite-sized treats are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Serve them warm with your favorite ranch or blooming onion dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish everyone will love.

Ingredients

Onion Bites

2 large sweet onions (like Vidalia)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup buttermilk
Vegetable oil, for frying

Optional Dipping Sauce

Ranch dressing or blooming onion dipping sauce

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Instructions

Prepare the Onions: Peel the sweet onions and cut them into bite-sized petals by separating the layers carefully. Set these layers aside for battering.
Make the Dredge Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. This flavorful mixture will give the onion bites their crispy coating.
Coat the Onion Petals: Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl. Dip each onion petal first into the buttermilk to moisten, then dredge it thoroughly in the flour mixture, making sure each piece is well coated.
Rest the Coated Onions: Place the coated onion bites on a baking sheet and let them rest for 10 to 15 minutes. This resting time helps the coating adhere better for frying.
Heat the Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C), ensuring there is enough oil to submerge the onion bites fully for even cooking.
Fry the Onion Bites: Fry the onion petals in batches without overcrowding the pan. Cook each batch for about 2 to 3 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Drain Excess Oil: Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried onion bites from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve: Serve the Awesome Blossom Onion Bites warm with your choice of ranch or blooming onion dipping sauce for a delicious appetizer.

Notes

Ensure the oil temperature is maintained at 350°F (175°C) for crispy, non-greasy onion bites.
Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to prevent the temperature from dropping and ensure even cooking.
Resting the coated onions before frying helps the batter stick better and results in a crispier texture.
You can customize the spiciness by adjusting or omitting the cayenne pepper.
Serves 6 as an appetizer or snack.