Onions are one of the most versatile and tasty (yet underrated) vegetables you can get and cheep to boot! A Blooming Onion may not be the most healthy way to cook an onion, but by gosh it's one of the tastiest ways!!
Portions: 1+
Ingredients
- Batter Mix - Click/Tap here for my Batter Mix
- Onion(s)
Equipment
- Chopping Board
- Apple Slicer
- Deep Fryer with oil
Instructions
- Prepare you Onion(s) by removing the outer layer ensuring you leave the root on
- Don't remove the root, instead trim it like this so your Blooming Onion doesn't fall apart
- Although you can use a knife (if you're careful) an Apple Slicer is perfect for creating the Blooming effect
- Gently prise the 'petals' apart
- Place the onion in the fridge for 30 minutes or so to dry out the 'petals' to ensure the batter sticks to the onion
- Remove the onion from the fridge and bring to room temperature
- Turn on the Fryer and heat to 180°C
- Ensure the petals of the Onion are spread apart and immerse in the batter mix
- Shake off any excess and place in the fryer Root Side Up for 3-4 minutes
- Turn the Onion over and continue to fry for another 3-4 minutes until golden brown
- Remove the centre part of the onion (this wont be as nice and crispy as the 'petals'
Serving Suggestion(s)
Serve with a dip on the side or in the centre if you have a suitably sized serving dish.
