Description
Indulge in these irresistibly crispy and cheesy onion rings that are sure to be a hit at any gathering. Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, these onion rings are a delightful twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
Onion Rings:
- 3 large yellow onions
Cheese Filling:
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese
Dredging Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Slap Ya Mama Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon garlic salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Dredging Station: Set up three shallow containers with flour, buttermilk and egg mixture, and seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Assemble Onion Rings: Slice onions, layer with mozzarella cheese, and prepare pairs for frying.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Dredge Onion Rings: Coat onion rings in flour, buttermilk, and breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry Onion Rings: Fry in batches until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain and Serve: Place fried onion rings on paper towels to drain excess oil before serving with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Slice Cheese Thinly: Thin mozzarella slices melt evenly between onion rings.
- Tap Off Excess Coating: Shake off extra flour and batter for crispier rings.
- Fry in Batches: Avoid overcrowding the pan for a light, crunchy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
