Batter-Fried Onion Rings
Anillos de CebollaFor a classic and crowd-pleasing appetizer, these crispy onion rings are a hit with both kids and adults. Using yellow Spanish onions ensures a sweet and savory flavor.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- small shallow bowl
- medium skillet
Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large yellow onion peeled, cut into 1/2-inch slices, and separated into rings
- All-purpose flour for coating
- Kosher or sea salt
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs.
- Add the onion rings and let them soak for 10 minutes.
- In a small shallow bowl, combine flour and a pinch of salt.
- Remove the onion rings from the milk-egg mixture and coat each ring thoroughly with the flour mixture.
- Place the coated rings on a platter and let them rest for an additional 10 minutes.
- Heat at least 1/2 inch of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, or use a deep fryer set at 365°F, until a cube of bread turns light brown in 60 seconds.
- Carefully place the coated onion rings in the hot oil, ensuring they are in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding).
- Fry, turning once, until the rings are golden brown.
- Use a slotted offset spatula to transfer the crispy onion rings to paper towels to drain excess oil.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serve hot and enjoy this timeless favorite!
Nutritional Information
Calories: 250 kcal