Description
Learn how to make a delicious and crispy Bloomin’ Onion at home with this easy recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the onion by cutting off the top and peeling it.
- Make deep cuts in the onion to create petals.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg.
- Dip the onion in the buttermilk mixture, then coat it in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully place the onion in the hot oil and fry for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying for a crispy texture.
- Experiment with different spices for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 onion
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Bloomin’ Onion, crispy onion, appetizer recipe