Description

Mini Crispy Blooming Onions are bite-sized versions of the classic blooming onion, crispy on the outside with a tender interior, and served with a delicious buttermilk ranch dipping sauce. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a fun snack.

Ingredients

16 cipollini onions

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon dry mustard

½ teaspoon black pepper

Peanut or vegetable oil for frying

Buttermilk ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade) for dipping

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Instructions

Fill a tall pot with 2 ½ inches of oil and preheat it to 350°F.
Cut off about 1/8 inch from the pointed stem end of each cipollini onion and carefully peel off the outer layers, making sure not to remove the actual onion layer. Make a cross-cut leaving the bottom stem intact and separate the outer layers to create the “bloom” effect.
Pour the buttermilk into a small bowl and set aside. In another bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, dry mustard, and black pepper. Mix well.
Dip each onion into the buttermilk, shake off excess liquid, and dredge in the flour mixture. Repeat the process for a double coating.
Carefully drop a few onions into the hot oil, cut-side down, and fry for 3-4 minutes. Flip and fry for another 2 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil and season immediately with salt and pepper.
Serve hot with buttermilk ranch dipping sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs for extra color if desired.

Notes

For a unique twist, marble 2 tablespoons of warmed peanut butter into the buttermilk ranch sauce.

For extra crunch, try using panko breadcrumbs instead of the flour mixture.

Feel free to use other dipping sauces like garlic aioli, chipotle mayo, or BBQ sauce for variety.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: undefined
Category: Appetizer
Method: Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mini onion
Calories: 206 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: undefined
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 5mg