Description
Indulge in the irresistible charm of a blooming onion, where each crispy petal reveals a tender, sweet center. Perfect for gatherings or game nights, this dish not only delights the taste buds with its explosion of flavors but also creates an inviting atmosphere as everyone shares in the fun of dipping into a zesty sauce. With its easy preparation and stunning presentation, this blooming onion is sure to be the star of your next culinary adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large sweet onion
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + juice of 1/2 lemon)
- Oil for frying (enough to submerge the onion)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp horseradish
Instructions
- Prepare the onion by peeling off the outer layers and slicing off about an inch from the top while keeping the root intact.
- Place the onion cut-side down on a board and slice downward in a star pattern without cutting through the root (aim for 12-16 cuts).
- Soak the onion in a mixture of buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Remove the onion from buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then dredge it in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C) and carefully lower the coated onion into the hot oil, frying until golden brown (about 3-5 minutes).
- Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 blooming onion (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg