Crispy Fried Onions (Printable)

Golden, crispy fried onions perfect for adding crunch and flavor to various dishes and toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Onions

01 - 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

→ Coating

02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/2 cup cornstarch
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
06 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Frying

07 - 2 cups vegetable oil

# How To Make It:

01 - Pat the sliced onions dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
02 - In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
03 - Toss the onions in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated; shake off any excess flour.
04 - Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
05 - Fry the coated onions in batches for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
06 - Remove fried onions with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
07 - Allow onions to cool completely before storing in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

# Tips from dashanddishes:

01 -
  • They add a golden, irresistible crunch that feels like a little gift each time.
  • Making them yourself means freshness and flavors that store-bought just can't match.
02 -
  • Always dry the onions thoroughly; any moisture can cause oil splatters and soggy onions.
  • Keeping the oil temperature steady is crucial; too hot and onions burn, too cool and they absorb excess oil making them greasy.
03 -
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot to keep oil temperature stable and avoid burning.
  • The secret to perfect crispiness is balancing moisture removal from onions and precise oil heat control.

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