Beer Battered Onion Rings
Beer Battered Onion Rings are the ultimate crispy snack, perfect for game nights or backyard barbecues. Each golden ring boasts a crunchy exterior that reveals a tender, sweet onion inside, making them truly irresistible. Quick and easy to prepare, these onion rings will impress your friends and family, whether served as an appetizer or a delightful side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet onion (e.g., Vidalia)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup lager or pale ale
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Slice the onion into thick rings, approximately half an inch wide.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, beer, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 375°F (190°C).
- Dip each onion ring into the batter and gently place it in the hot oil.
- Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 onion rings (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, chill the batter before use and fry in small batches. Add spices like paprika for a flavor twist or use gluten-free beer for dietary needs.