Homemade French Fried Onions Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
Description:
A homemade alternative to the classic Durkee brand, these French fried onions add a crunchy, flavorful touch to your favorite casserole recipes. Beware, they’re so delicious, they might disappear before they make it to the dish!
Recipe Category:
Lunch/Snacks
Keywords:
Vegetable, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Free Of…, < 60 Mins, Deep Fried, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 280.5
- Fat: 4.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.3g
- Cholesterol: 13.7mg
- Sodium: 52.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 51.1g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 9.4g
Ingredients:
- 3 onions
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Salt, to taste
- Oil for frying
Recipe Yield:
5-6 cups
Instructions:
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Soak the Onions: Begin by peeling the onions and slicing them thinly. Place the sliced onions in a bowl and pour the milk over them. Let them soak for about 5 minutes to mellow their flavor and reduce their sharpness.
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Heat the Oil: While the onions are soaking, heat the oil in a large skillet or deep fryer over medium-high heat. Make sure there is enough oil to fully submerge the onions during frying.
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Coat the Onions: In a shallow dish, spread out the flour. Using a fork, take a handful of the soaked onions and coat them thoroughly in the flour. Shake off any excess flour before frying.
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Fry in Batches: Once coated, carefully add the onions to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet. Fry them until they are golden brown and crispy, stirring occasionally to ensure even browning. This should take about 5-7 minutes per batch.
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Drain and Season: Once the onions are crispy and golden, remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon or spider skimmer. Drain them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Season them generously with salt while they’re still hot.
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Store and Serve: Once cooled, transfer the French fried onions to an air-tight container. They can be stored at room temperature for up to a week, although they’re unlikely to last that long without being eaten first! Use them to top casseroles, salads, or any dish that could use a flavorful crunch.
Enjoy these homemade French fried onions as a delicious topping or snack, adding a burst of flavor and texture to any dish they accompany! 🧅🥛🍴
