Beer Battered Onion Rings
Beer Battered Onion Rings are the ultimate crunchy delight that transforms any gathering into a festive occasion. With their golden, crispy exterior and savory sweetness, these onion rings are perfect for game days or movie nights. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this nostalgic treat that pairs beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces. Indulge in the satisfying crunch and flavor explosion of these homemade onion rings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet onions (e.g., Vidalia or Walla Walla)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light lager or ale
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- Slice the onions into thick rings, about half an inch wide.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in beer until smooth.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
- Dredge onion rings in remaining flour then dip them into the beer batter to coat.
- Fry rings in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 onion rings (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use cold beer for an extra crispy texture. - Experiment with different beers for unique flavor variations. - For added crunch, consider using panko breadcrumbs instead of regular flour.