Beer Battered Onion Rings
Beer Battered Onion Rings are a crispy, mouthwatering snack that perfectly balances sweet, tender onions with a light and airy beer batter. Ideal for game days or casual gatherings, these golden delights are sure to impress your friends and family. Easy to make and impossible to resist, serve them alongside your favorite dipping sauces for a truly satisfying experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet onions
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup lager or pale ale beer
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice the onions into thick rings (about ½ inch).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in the beer until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 375°F (190°C).
- Dip each onion ring in the batter and fry in batches until golden brown (3-4 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Season with additional salt while hot and serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 onion rings (90g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Soaking onion rings in buttermilk before battering can enhance tenderness. Experiment with different beers or spices like cayenne for added flavor. For a healthier option, try baking at 425°F (220°C) instead of frying.