Aros de Cebolla
Aros de Cebolla is a crispy, golden-brown onion ring made by coating sliced onions in a seasoned batter, offering a perfect blend of sweet onion flavor and crunchy texture.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Fork for mixing
- Frying pan or deep fryer
- Wire rack or paper towels for draining
- Knife for slicing onions
Ingredients
- 2 medium onions
- 250 gram flour
- 300 ml water
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon baking powder (Royal Type)
- Bread Crumbs
- Salt to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel the onions and remove the outer layer. Slice them into 1cm thick rings from bottom to top.
- Separate the onion layers into rings and soak them in cold water for 30 minutes. Discard any non-ring shapes or small pieces.
- Mix flour, baking powder, cold water, a teaspoon of salt, and paprika in a large bowl until it forms a lump-free, somewhat liquid batter.
- Drain the onion rings, add a pinch of salt, and dip them into the batter, ensuring they are well coated. Then, coat them in breadcrumbs.
- Fry the coated onion rings in hot olive oil for about 30 seconds. Remove and let them drain on a rack or paper towels to stay crispy.
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Notes
- Customizable Batter: Alter the batter by adding spices like garlic powder, cayenne pepper, or herbs for varied flavors.
- Alternative Frying Methods: Try air frying or baking the onion rings instead of deep-frying for a healthier version.
- Sauce Pairing: Experiment with dipping sauces like aioli, spicy mayo, or a sweet and sour sauce for added taste.
- Calories: 200-250
- Fat: Varies
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: Varies
- Sugar: Varies