Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon
Golden crispy fried onions piled high on a rustic wooden plate, with a hint of seasoning visible on the crunchy exterior. The onions are perfectly golden-brown and textured, with some pieces slightly curled. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the vibrant color and tempting appearance of the crispy onions, styled simply for an inviting snack shot.

Crispy Fried Onions for Snacking

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Sweet, crunchy, and savory fried onions perfect for snacking or garnishing dishes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Dip onion slices into buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Fry the coated onions in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Drain on paper towels and season with extra salt if desired.

Notes

  • You can adjust seasoning for more flavor.
  • For extra crunch, double coat the onions.
  • Serve immediately for best crunch.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
Close the CTA