Onion Rings

Name: Onion Rings
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large onions, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1 1/2 cups cold beer; 6 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Crispy, golden-brown onion rings with a light, seasoned batter. A classic appetizer that pairs perfectly with dipping sauces.

35 minMediumServes 4320 cal/serving

AmericanAppetizerStovetopVegetarianLow-SodiumPork-Free

Ingredients

2 large onions, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 1/2 cups cold beer
6 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1

Separate 2 peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings large onions into individual rings and place in a shallow dish. Cover with milk and let soak for 15 minutes.
2

In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp paprika, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.
3

Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups cold beer until a smooth batter forms.
4

Heat 6 cups vegetable oil (for frying) in a deep pot or fryer to 375°F.
5

Drain onion rings and pat dry with paper towels.
6

Dip each ring in the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully drop into hot oil.
7

Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, turning once.
8

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with additional salt if desired.
9

Serve hot with ketchup, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Questions

Can I make Onion Rings gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups cold beer. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works); the beer for a certified gluten-free beer or a dry cider. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Onion Rings keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Onion Rings?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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