Description
These Parmesan Onion Rings are crispy, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make with just a few ingredients. A delicious twist on the classic onion ring, they’re perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
2 large onions, sliced into rings
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the onions into 1/2-inch rings and separate them.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third shallow bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs, mixing well.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure there’s enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
- Coat each onion ring in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to make sure the coating sticks.
- Fry the coated onion rings in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy.
- Once crispy, remove the onion rings from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a spicier twist, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
Try substituting the Parmesan cheese with a combination of cheddar or mozzarella for a cheesy variation.
Add dried herbs like oregano or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture for an aromatic flavor.
Bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for a healthier version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg