Recipe
Crispy Homemade French Fried Onions Recipe
Published: April 1, 2024
Learn how to make a delicious and crispy homemade French fried onions recipe with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for adding a flavorful crunch to your favorite dishes.
Sure thing! Here's my homemade crispy french fried onions recipe. Thinly sliced onions, tossed in a seasoned flour mix, then fried to golden perfection. Perfect for topping off your favorite dishes. Enjoy!
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Ready for a burst of flavor that'll leave your taste buds singing? I'm about to share my go-to crispy homemade french fried onions recipe. It's all about turning humble onions into something special. We're talking crunchy, salty, and just a little bit spicy - the kind of topping that can transform any dish from boring to wow in an instant! I love surprising guests with these - the looks on their faces when they realize it's homemade, priceless! Now, are you ready to take your meals to a new level? Let's get our hands dirty, and our kitchens smelling like heaven!
Ingredients for Crispy Fried Onions
- Onions: Adds flavor and sweetness, crisps up beautifully when fried, providing a delicious topping for various dishes.
- All-purpose flour: Coats the onions, creating a crispy outer layer when fried, giving the fried onions their signature texture.
- Paprika: Adds a subtle smoky flavor and a reddish color to the fried onions, enhancing their overall taste and appearance.
- Vegetable oil: Used for frying the onions, helping them cook evenly and achieve a crispy texture without absorbing too much oil.
Did you know that adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture can give your homemade crispy French fried onions a subtle kick of heat, elevating the flavor profile and making them even more irresistible? Enjoy the delicious combination of crispy texture and a hint of spice in every bite!
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Essential Tools for Making Homemade French Fried Onions
- Sharp knife: Essential for thinly slicing the onions to achieve crispy texture and even cooking.
- Deep pan or fryer: Needed for frying the onions in hot oil to achieve a crispy and golden-brown finish.
Common Questions About Homemade French Fried Onions
Serves: 4 people
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Toss the sliced onions in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (180°C).
- Fry the coated onions in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the fried onions with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the crispy homemade French fried onions as a topping for salads, burgers, or casseroles.
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Nutritional value:
Per Serving in Calories: 150 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 3 g | Total Fat: 5 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Sodium: 590 mg | Dietary Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 4 g | Calcium: 40 mg | Potassium: 180 mg | Iron: 1 mg | Vitamin A: 0 µg | Vitamin C: 8 mg
Can You Make French Fried Onions Ahead of Time?
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare the crispy homemade french fried onions as directed.
- Allow the fried onions to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Freezing Instructions
- After frying, let the onions cool down completely.
- Place them in a freezer-safe container or bag.
- Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
