Description

Crispy Amish Onion Fritters are golden, crunchy rings made from thinly sliced onions dipped in a seasoned batter and deep-fried to perfection. This quick 25-minute recipe yields flavorful, crispy fritters that make a perfect appetizer or side dish, delighting your taste buds with a balance of savory spices and a tender, crispy texture.

Ingredients

Onions

2 large onions, thinly sliced

Batter

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 large egg

For Frying

Vegetable oil for frying

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Instructions

Heat the oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C), ensuring the right temperature for crisp frying.
Prepare the onions: Thinly slice the onions and separate them into rings. Place the separated rings in a large bowl and set aside.
Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder until well combined.
Mix wet ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk the buttermilk and egg together until smooth and homogenous.
Make the batter: Pour the wet buttermilk and egg mixture into the dry flour mixture and stir to form a thick batter that will coat the onions well.
Coat the onion rings: Add the separated onion rings to the batter and gently toss or stir them until each ring is evenly coated with the batter.
Fry the fritters: Carefully drop spoonfuls of the battered onion rings into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Drain excess oil: Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve: Serve the Amish Onion Fritters hot with your choice of dipping sauces such as ranch dressing, ketchup, or honey mustard for added flavor.

Notes

Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature (350°F) for proper frying and crispy texture.
Do not overcrowd the frying pan to ensure even cooking and maintain oil temperature.
Use paper towels to drain excess oil after frying to keep fritters crispy.
Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
These fritters can be paired with various dipping sauces like ranch, ketchup, or honey mustard depending on your preference.