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A close-up of crispy onion ring chips in a bowl, ready to be enjoyed.

Crispy Onion Ring Chips

These delicious Crispy Onion Ring Chips are a perfect snack for gatherings and cozy dinners, with a sweet onion flavor and irresistible crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Onion Chips Ingredients
  • 1 large large onion, sliced into thin rings (sweet or yellow for best flavor)
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or substitute with regular milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for a gluten-free option, use almond flour)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Can be substituted with onion powder for those who prefer.
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • cup Oil for frying (canola or vegetable oil works great)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the Rings: Start by placing your onion rings in a bowl and pouring the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for about 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Coating: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about ½ inch of oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. Coat the Rings: Remove the onion rings from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge them in the flour mixture.
  5. Fry to Perfection: Carefully drop the rings into the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Drain and Serve: Use a slotted spoon to remove the chips and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Season lightly with salt while hot.
  7. Savor the Crunch: Serve them warm and enjoy!

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for about 5-7 minutes to retain crispiness.