Crispy Fried Onion Rings
Golden, ultra-crispy fried onion rings made with a seasoned wet batter and crunchy panko coating. Served with a spicy Kewpie mayo dipping sauce. Perfect as a snack, side or party platter.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 587kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2-3 medium onions
- neutral oil for frying
Wet Batter
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp corn starch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp paprika powder
- 1 tbsp black pepper powder
- 1 cup cold water
- salt to taste
Dry Batter
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp corn starch
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp black pepper powder
- 1½ cup panko bread crumbs
- salt to taste
Spicy Mayo Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
- splash lemon juice or lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Peel 2-3 medium onions and slice into 1cm thick rings. Separate the rings and set aside. Finely chop 2 tbsp fresh parsley.
- Make the wet batter: In a large bowl, mix 1 cup all purpose flour, 2 tbsp corn starch, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp paprika powder, 1 tbsp black pepper powder and salt to taste. Slowly whisk in 1 cup cold water until smooth and lump-free.
- Prepare the dry coating: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup all purpose flour, 2 tbsp corn starch, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp black pepper powder, 1½ cup panko bread crumbs and salt to taste. Mix well.
- Coat the onion rings: Dip each onion ring into the wet batter, letting excess drip off, then coat evenly in the dry mixture. Press gently so the crumbs stick well.
- Heat the oil: Pour neutral oil into a deep pot and heat to 170°C-180°C.
- Fry until golden: Carefully place coated onion rings into the oil. Fry in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a rack or paper towel to drain.
- Make the spicy mayo: In a small bowl, mix ½ cup Japanese Kewpie mayonnaise, 2 tbsp sriracha sauce and 1 tsp lemon juice until smooth.
- Serve: Serve the onion rings hot with the spicy mayo dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Flavour boost – Add 1 tsp smoked paprika to the dry mix for a subtle smoky depth.
- Spice kick – Add 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper to the wet batter for extra heat.
- Beer batter twist – Swap half the cold water for cold beer for a lighter, pub-style coating.
- Extra crunch – Double coat by dipping back into the wet batter and dry mix before frying.
- Oven option – Bake at 200°C (fan-forced 180°C) for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
- Air fryer option – Cook at 180°C for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway. Lightly spray with oil first.
Nutrition
Calories: 587kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 633mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1077IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 5mg