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Blooming Onions Recipe

Crispy Blooming Onions Recipe for Your Next Party Fun

This Blooming Onions Recipe offers a delightful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for a fun party appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 onions
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Onions
  • 2 large sweet onions yellow or Vidalia onions
For the Coating
  • 1 cup flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 large egg or flax egg/aquafaba for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon paprika seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon salt seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon pepper seasoning blend
For Baking
  • 1 tablespoon oil optional for spraying, olive oil or cooking spray

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut off the root end of each sweet onion. Slice the onion in half vertically and make gentle vertical cuts around the sides, ensuring to stop just before reaching the base.
  2. Fill a bowl with ice water and gently place cut onion petals inside. Soak for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour with the seasoning blend. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy.
  4. Dip each onion petal into the egg mixture, then transfer to the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere the coating.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the coated onion petals on the baking sheet, leaving space between them. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, ensure onions are dry before coating and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.

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