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Easy Blooming Onion

Crispy and Easy Blooming Onion You Can Make at Home

This Easy Blooming Onion is a crispy, Southern-inspired appetizer that transforms a classic favorite into a delightful homemade experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can replace with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons Creamy Horseradish Substitute with wasabi for alternative kick.
  • 1 cup Ketchup Use BBQ sauce for a smokier flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Substitute with smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cayenne Pepper Leave out or substitute with a milder pepper.
For the Onion
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk works as a non-dairy alternative.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 large Sweet Onions (e.g., Vidalia) Yellow onions can be used.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil also works well.

Equipment

  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Heavy pot or Dutch oven
  • Deep-Fry Thermometer
  • Plastic wrap or lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the dipping sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sour cream, horseradish, ketchup, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prep the sweet onion by trimming a flat spot on the non-root end, peeling any damaged layers, and making quarter cuts around the onion without fully separating it at the root.
  3. Set up your breading station with separate bowls for whisked eggs and milk, and a mixture of flour with cumin, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Coat the prepared onion in the flour mixture, dip it in the egg mixture, and return it to the flour mix, ensuring a thick coating.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 375°F (190°C) and deep fry the onion root side up for about 7-10 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. For air frying, preheat to 350°F (175°C) and cook for about 20 minutes. For oven baking, preheat to 400°F (200°C) and bake covered with foil for 10 minutes, then uncovered for an additional 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. For a vegan option, use flaxseed meal and almond milk for the wash.

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