Learn how to make easy homemade one pot crispy onion rings recipe with simple ingredients in 30 minutes. Coated in buttermilk mixture and panko breadcrumbs and fried to golden brown perfection.
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The first time I made these was a disaster. The breading fell off the onions and I had a huge pot of oil with flour bits floating around. The second time I made them, they were so limp and soggy and just plain disappointing to eat. However, I didn't give up and kept trying different methods and finally had success with the "dredge, dip and coat" technique that always yields crispy perfection without the mess. This is the same technique that I apply to Crispy Fried Chicken Bites (One Pot) too and it never fails.
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Key ingredients
- Flour- You can use your regular all-purpose for this recipe.
- Cornstarch- Aids in thickening the dipping batter.
- Spices and seasonings- You will need paprika, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Buttermilk- Adds a richness and flavor.
- Egg- Helps everything stick together.
- Panko bread crumbs- Brings in that crispy outside layer.
- Onion- You want this to be large and cut into thick rings.
- Oil- I like to use either canola oil or vegetable oil for frying.
Variations
- Use seasoned breadcrumbs- To add an extra layer of flavor.
- Add other seasonings and blends- Such as Italian seasoning, Seasonal salt, rosemary or other options you enjoy. Then adjust according to personal preference.
- Spice it up- With some cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or additional black pepper. Then dip it in some hot sauce.
- Baked version- Although not as tasty, in my opinion, a low-fat option is to placed prepared rings in a single layer on a sheet pan and bake at 425 degrees F for about 20 minutes.
- Air fryer alternative- Another low-fat cooking option is to place rings in a single layer in an air fryer for 10 minutes at 370 degrees F.
- Cut onions thin- For extra breaded goodness and crunch in each bite.
- Try beer-battered- By using your favorite beer instead of buttermilk.
How to make easy one pot crispy onion rings recipe from scratch?
- Prepare dredging bag- By filling with flour, cornstarch, paprika, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Fill second bag for dipping- With the buttermilk and egg.
- Use a third bag- And fill with bread crumbs for coating.
- Dredge, dip, and coat- The onions in each respective prepared bag.
- Set aside- For about 10 minutes.
- Heat oil- And fry prepared rings on both sides until golden brown.
- Remove from oil- And serve with dipping sauce.
What to serve with fried breaded onions?
First of all, you will want a great dipping sauce, such as ketchup, Ranch, sriracha mayo, mustard, Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip, Homemade Veggie Dip, or Creamy Dill Dip.
You can also serve alongside a simple salad like this Easy Green Salad (One Bowl) or a baked vegetable, such as Oven Roasted Asparagus (One Pan) or Baked Sweet Potato Fries (One Pan). If you want a more hearty meal, serve with Microwave Baked Potatoes (One Pot) or even this Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich (One Pan).
Tips and techniques
- Use full fat buttermilk- For the best flavor and texture.
- Use Ziploc bags- Instead of bowls for easier cleanup and less mess.
- Don't crowd the pan- Because you want each onion to get nice and crispy.
- Heat oil to full temperature- Before adding onions to ensure crispiness.
- Soak up excess oil- With paper towels after frying rings to reduce sogginess.
- Allow rest time for coated rings-Because this keeps the coating on during frying.
- Slice onions thick- For best appearance and texture.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove from the oil- Because this will help reduce the oil and therefore increase the crunch.
Recipe FAQs
Be sure the oil is hot before you start frying, don't crowd the pan, and use paper towels to soak up excess oil after frying.
Use the "dredge, dip and coat" method and allow the rings to sit for about 10 minutes before frying them.
I don't do it in my recipe but some people like to do it because it removes some of pungent onion flavor and smell and softens the overall flavor profile.
Storage
- Make ahead- This is not recommended, because they are best served the same day, but can make up to 1 day in advance if kept in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Refrigerate- Place in a sealed container for no more than 1 day. Reheat and enjoy.
- Freeze- Though not recommended, these can be placed in a sealed container for up to 1 month. Thaw and reheat per instructions below.
- Reheat- Place in an the air fryer for about 5 minutes on 350 degrees F to make them crispy again.
More easy one pot fried appetizers
- Crispy Fried Cheese Curds (One Pot)
- Onion Fritters/ Pakora (One Pot)
- Potato Fritters/ Aloo Pakora (One Pot)
Recipe
One Pot Crispy Onion Rings
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Ingredients
- ½ cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup Buttermilk Full fat
- 1 Egg Large
- 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- 1 Onion Large, Peeled, Sliced into half inch thick rings
- Oil For frying, I recommend using canola oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Start off by preparing your dredging, dipping and coating station. You will need 3 large Ziploc bags. You can use 3 mixing bowls but Ziploc bags allows for easier clean up. In the first bag, prepare the flour mixture by combining flour, cornstarch, paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder.½ cup All-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon Cornstarch, 1 teaspoon Paprika, 1 teaspoon Salt, ½ teaspoon Pepper, 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- In the second Ziploc bag, mix together buttermilk and egg.1 cup Buttermilk, 1 Egg
- In the third Ziploc bag, add panko breadcrumbs.1 cup Panko bread crumbs
- Add the onion rings in the first bag of the flour mixture. Dredge all the onion rings until they are fully coated.1 Onion
- Then, dip each onion ring in in the the buttermilk mixture.
- Finally, coat each individual onion ring in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Set aside on a sheet of parchment paper for about 10 minutes. This will allow the coating to become tacky and stick to the onions and not fall off during frying.
- While the coated onions are resting, heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until you reach a temperature of 375 degrees F.Oil
- Place a few prepared onions in hot oil without crowding the pan.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes. Turn over once halfway for even frying and until rings are golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove them from oil and place them on a large tray, lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. This should take 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately with ketchup or sriracha mayo or any dipping sauce of your choice and enjoy.
Notes
- Use seasoned breadcrumbs for additional flavor.
- Make sure your oil reaches the correct temperature before you start frying. If the temperature is too low, the onion rings will absorb a lot of the oil and become soggy.
- Remember to place the fried onion rings on a tray that's lined with lots of paper towels because this absorbs excess oil and maintains their crispiness.
- Try adding some other seasonings or even seasoning blends that you like. I decided to keep it simple with just salt, pepper, paprika and garlic.
- Allow the dredged, dipped and coated onion rings to rest for 10 minutes. This is not an optional step. It is the key factor that keeps the coating from falling off during frying.
- Make sure your onion rings are sliced thick at ½ inch each because it creates the best overall appearance and texture.
- Read additional tips and variations above.
- Tastes best when served immediately but leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for 1 day and reheated in an air fryer to make them crispy again.
Nutrition
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