Here’s a recipe for Crispy Amish Onion Fritters—golden, crunchy, and full of sweet onion flavor 🧅✨
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions
- Slice onions thinly and separate into rings.
- Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Make the Batter
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and milk.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a thick batter.
- Coat and Fry
- Heat 1–2 inches of oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat (about 350°F / 175°C).
- Dip onion rings into batter, letting excess drip off.
- Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve
- Serve hot as a snack, side dish, or appetizer.
- Optional: serve with ranch dressing, ketchup, or a spicy dipping sauce.
Tips & Variations
- Extra crunchy: Add ¼ cup breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes to the batter.
- Cheesy twist: Sprinkle Parmesan into the batter for a savory flavor.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder.
- Oven-baked version: Toss onion rings in a little oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
If you want, I can also give a restaurant-style Amish Onion Fritters version that’s ultra-crispy with a perfectly seasoned batter—like fairground onions.
Do you want me to provide that version?
