1. Can I make baby blooming onions without deep frying?

Yes! You can air-fry them at 350°F for about 20 minutes or bake them at 400°F, covered for 10 minutes and uncovered for 20 more, until golden and crispy.

2. What kind of onions work best for this recipe?

Sweet onions like Vidalia or yellow onions are ideal. Their mild, natural sweetness balances the savory breading and holds up well when cooked.

3. How do I keep the onion from falling apart when slicing it?

Be sure to leave about ½ inch at the root intact when cutting. This keeps the layers connected and helps the onion bloom without breaking.

Blooming Onions - Superb Recipe

Name: Blooming Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 medium sweet onions; 2 eggs; 1 cup milk; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; Vegetable oil for frying; 1/4 cup mayonnaise (for dipping sauce); 1/4 cup sour cream (for dipping sauce); 1 1/2 tablespoons creamy horseradish (for dipping sauce); 1 1/2 tablespoons ketchup (for dipping sauce); 1/2 teaspoon paprika (for dipping sauce); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for dipping sauce); 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (for dipping sauce)

Description

Crispy, golden baby blooming onions coated in a flavorful seasoned breading and served with a zesty dipping sauce. Perfect for beginners and snack lovers.

Ingredients

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3 medium sweet onions
2 eggs
1 cup milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Vegetable oil for frying
1/4 cup mayonnaise (for dipping sauce)
1/4 cup sour cream (for dipping sauce)
1 1/2 tablespoons creamy horseradish (for dipping sauce)
1 1/2 tablespoons ketchup (for dipping sauce)
1/2 teaspoon paprika (for dipping sauce)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for dipping sauce)
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (for dipping sauce)

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Instructions

Cut a small flat spot on the non-root end of the onion. Peel off the outer skin while keeping the root intact.
Place the onion root-side up on a cutting board. Cut it into quarters, stopping about 1/2 inch from the root. Then slice each quarter into three or four sections to create petals.
Flip the onion over and gently spread the layers apart to bloom it.
Prepare a flour mixture with paprika, cumin, oregano, thyme, salt, cayenne, black pepper, and garlic powder in a wide bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
Coat the onion in the flour mixture, making sure to get flour between the petals. Then dip it into the egg mixture, followed by another coating of the flour mixture.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F. Carefully place the onion root-side up in the oil and fry for 7–10 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
For the dipping sauce, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, horseradish, ketchup, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Use sweet Vidalia onions for best results.
Maintain a consistent oil temperature of 375°F to avoid soggy or overcooked onions.
You can air-fry the onions at 350°F for 20 minutes if you prefer a lighter option.
The dipping sauce can be made up to two days in advance and stored in the fridge.
Serve the onions immediately for the best crispiness and texture.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 blooming onion
Calories: 638
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 1084mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0.04g
Carbohydrates: 86g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 138mg