Description

Crispy beer-battered onion rings are the quintessential snack for any occasion. With their golden-brown exterior and sweet, tender inside, these delightful treats offer a satisfying crunch that perfectly complements a variety of dipping sauces. Ideal for game day gatherings, movie nights, or as a comforting side dish, they are not only easy to prepare but also guaranteed to impress your guests. The carbonation from the beer creates a light batter that fries up beautifully, making each bite an irresistible experience. Elevate your snacking game with this quick and straightforward recipe, perfect for satisfying those cravings for delicious fried snacks.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large sweet onions (such as Vidalia)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cold lager or pale ale
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Vegetable or peanut oil (for frying)

Instructions

Slice the onions into thick rings (about ½ inch wide) and separate them gently.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually add the cold beer until smooth.
Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
Dip each onion ring into the batter until fully coated, allowing excess batter to drip off.
Carefully fry the rings in small batches for about 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 5 onion rings (100g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For extra crunchiness, use ice-cold ingredients. Enhance flavor by adding spices like paprika or cayenne pepper to the batter. To make gluten-free onion rings, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blends.