Description
Enjoy your cheesy, crispy onion rings with a side of marinara sauce!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large onions
- 8 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Marinara sauce (for dipping, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions and Cheese: Peel the onions and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rings. Separate the rings carefully. Cut the mozzarella slices to fit inside the onion rings. Place the cheese slices between pairs of onion rings, creating a sandwich.
- Prepare the Batter: In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together.
- Coat the Onion Rings: Dip each onion ring sandwich into the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the ring with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure they stick. Repeat the process for each ring.
- Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat to about 350°F (175°C). Fry the onion rings in batches until they’re golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove the rings and drain them on paper towels.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to avoid soggy rings.
- You can use a thermometer to check the oil temperature.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and gooey cheese experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American