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Easy Guide To Make Crispy Onion Rings At Home

By Krati Purwar

February 22, 2025

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A crispy onion ring is a perfect snack to pair with beer, cocktails, and evening tea. The only problem that many home chefs struggle with is getting that impeccable crunch that satisfies the soul. Here is a short guide that will help you make this delightful fritter at home.

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Ingredients

1 cup buttermilk 1 large onion ½ cup maida 1 tsp salt 1 large egg 1 cup bread crumbs ½ tsp pepper Oil for frying ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tbsp cornstarch

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Step 1

Peel the onion and slice it whole into concentric circles.

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Step 2

Whisk eggs and buttermilk in a bowl.

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Step 3

Add cornstarch, paprika, pepper, salt, and garlic powder in a blend of maida and cornstarch.

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Step 4

Coat onion rings with spiced mixture, dip in buttermilk-egg concoction, and coat with bread crumbs.

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Step 5

Heat oil in a pan and gently drop onion rings in it.

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Step 6

Deep-fry the rings until they are brown and crispy.

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