Description
Crispy mini bloomin onions bring classic steakhouse flavors home with delightful bite-sized appeal. Crunchy golden petals and zesty dipping sauce make these appetizers irresistible for home cooks craving restaurant-style indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14.4 oz (409 g) frozen pearl onions, thawed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preparation: Thoroughly defrost pearl onions by soaking in cold water overnight, then drain and pat completely dry using kitchen towels.
- Seasoning Station: Whisk eggs in a shallow dish while mixing flour with cayenne pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- Coating Process: Dip each pearl onion into egg wash, ensuring full coverage, then roll in seasoned flour mixture, gently shaking off excess coating.
- Frying Technique: Heat vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C) and deep-fry coated onions for 4-5 minutes until achieving a rich, golden-amber color and crispy exterior.
- Finishing Touch: Remove onions using a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil, and serve immediately with ranch, spicy aioli, or marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Overnight Thawing Technique: Submerge frozen pearl onions in cold water to ensure complete, even defrosting without compromising texture or quality.
- Moisture Elimination Tip: Thoroughly pat onions dry to prevent oil splattering and achieve maximum crispiness during frying.
- Temperature Control Critical: Maintain consistent 375°F oil temperature for perfect golden-brown exterior and avoid greasy results.
- Cooking Method Flexibility: Choose between quick deep-frying for crisp exterior or slow low-heat method for tender, evenly cooked onions depending on preference and time available.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg