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A tall stack of perfectly golden brown, crispy fried Tennessee Onions rings piled on a white plate.

Simple Tennessee Onion Rings


  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A straightforward recipe for crispy, savory onion rings using fresh onions.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large yellow onions
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Slice onions into 1/4-inch thick rings and separate them.
  2. In one bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. In a second bowl, whisk together milk and eggs.
  4. In a third bowl, place breadcrumbs.
  5. Dip each onion ring first into the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  6. Dip the floured ring into the milk and egg mixture.
  7. Coat the ring thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
  8. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C).
  9. Fry the rings in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  10. Remove rings with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  11. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, chill the coated rings for 15 minutes before frying.
  • Use a neutral oil like canola or peanut oil for frying.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Deep Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 rings
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 350
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 6
  • Cholesterol: 50

Keywords: onion rings, fried onions, southern side dish, crispy rings, snack