Grandma's Onion Rings (Southern Style)

Thick-cut onion slices are dipped in a seasoned buttermilk batter and fried until they reach a perfect, golden-brown shatter. This traditional Southern recipe focuses on a light, airy crust that allows the sweetness of the onion to shine. They are the ultimate crispy side dish for burgers or a weekend fish fry.

Prep 8 minCook 25 minTotal 33 minUpdated Jul 3, 202633 minLow CarbVegetarianKeto Friendly

Thick-cut onion slices are dipped in a seasoned buttermilk batter and fried until they reach a perfect, golden-brown shatter. This traditional Southern recipe focuses on a light, airy crust that allows the sweetness of the onion to shine. They are the ultimate crispy side dish for burgers or a weekend fish fry.

Ingredients

  • 0.17 tsp Oil
  • 1/4 cup Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 tsp Salt, divided
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper, ground divided
  • 16.5 oz Egg White
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 tbsp White Vinegar
  • 75 g Onion, peeled sliced sweet

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, or deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Place the flour in a shallow baking pan, and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg whites, milk, vinegar, and remaining salt and pepper until frothy.
  3. Dip the onion rings in the wet ingredients then into the flour mixture until coated. Then dip in the egg white mixture again, and then into the flour again.
  4. Fry onion rings in the hot oil a few at a time so they are not crowded, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately.

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