Description
Awesome Blossom Onion Bites are crispy, flavorful, and bite-sized snacks featuring sweet onions coated in a seasoned breading and fried to golden perfection. Perfect for sharing, these crunchy appetizers combine a tender, naturally sweet onion center with a crunchy exterior, making them an addictive treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Onions
- 3 large sweet onions (such as Vidalia or Walla Walla), peeled and cut into bite-sized segments
Coating
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free version)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs or panko (use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to season flour and egg wash
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Frying
- Vegetable oil (for frying, enough to fill a deep pan about 2 inches deep)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Peel and cut your sweet onions into bite-sized segments resembling miniature “blooms,” being gentle to separate but keep layers intact.
- Set Up Breading Stations: Arrange three bowls: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs lightly seasoned, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Onion Bites: Dip each onion piece first into the seasoned flour, shaking off excess, then into the egg wash, and finally press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture to ensure a good coating.
- Fry to Golden Perfection: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan. Fry onion bites in small batches for 2-3 minutes each until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels immediately to remove excess oil.
- Serve Warm: Serve your Awesome Blossom Onion Bites hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as ranch, sriracha mayo, or ketchup for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Use sweet onions like Vidalia for better caramelization and mild flavor.
- Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady and ensure even cooking.
- Pat dry onions before breading to help coating stick better and prevent sogginess.
- Season each layer: flour, egg wash, and breadcrumb mixture for deeper flavor.
- Enjoy immediately for maximum crispiness; they are best served hot.
- For gluten-free version, substitute flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Reheat in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes or in an air fryer to restore crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approx. 6-8 bites)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Onion bites, crispy onion snack, appetizer, fried onion, gluten-free onion bites, party snack
