Crispy Onion Rings Golden (Print-Friendly Version)
Golden crispy onion rings soaked in buttermilk and fried to perfection with a crunchy coating.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 yellow onion, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch thick rings
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1 cup buttermilk
→ Batter and Coating
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided
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1 cup breadcrumbs
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Frying
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Vegetable oil, 3 inches deep for frying
# How to Make It:
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Place onion slices in a large bowl with buttermilk and soak for 10 minutes while preparing the coating mixture.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, breadcrumbs, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
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Pour vegetable oil into a dutch oven or deep fryer to a depth of 3 inches and heat over medium-high to 350°F (175°C).
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Using tongs, remove onion rings from buttermilk and allow excess liquid to drip off before coating.
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Dredge onion rings thoroughly in the flour and breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating on both sides.
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Carefully place coated onion rings in a single layer into hot oil, avoiding overcrowding, and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
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Transfer fried onion rings to a wire rack or cookie sheet to cool and maintain crispiness; avoid using paper towels.
# Additional Tips:
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Cooling onion rings on a rack prevents sogginess by allowing air circulation, preserving their crisp texture.