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Crispy Gluten-Free Fried Onionsהתמונה להמחשה בלבד
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Crispy Gluten-Free Fried Onions

Steady frying heat sets the outside quickly while allowing the centre to cook through as directed. This versatile accompaniment elegantly elevates burgers, salads, or rice dishes, while shining as an irresistible standalone snack.

Prep
10 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
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What to know about Crispy Gluten-Free Fried Onions

Onion slices coated and fried to a golden, crackly crunch, with a tender, sweet center and a gentle buttermilk tang—classic American diner style. Dairy, gluten-free, and perfect as a snack or as a side with beer or a burger.

Timing
15 min
Serves
4
Dietary notes
Peanut-free, Sesame-free, Nut-free, Vegetarian

⚠️Before cooking, check ingredient labels and cross-contact risk for your dietary needs.

This is not medical advice. For allergies or dietary restrictions, always confirm with your healthcare provider.

Instructions

Servings:4
  1. 1In a medium bowl, soak the sliced ​​onion in the sour milk for 10 to 30 minutes.
  2. 2While the onion is soaking, mix the flour mixture, salt, pepper and sugar in a large zip bag. Close and shake to mix.
  3. 3Heat at least 5 cm of oil in a heavy pot until the temperature reaches 180°C.
  4. 4

Nutrition

Calories
59
Protein
2.4g
Carbs
9.4g

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  • 🌾Certified gluten-free flour blend
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Chef tips

Try adding spices like paprika or garlic powder to the flour mixture for extra flavour. Maintain the correct oil temperature to prevent greasy onions.

Culinary reasoning

Steady frying heat sets the outside quickly while allowing the centre to cook through as directed. This versatile accompaniment elegantly elevates burgers, salads, or rice dishes, while shining as an irresistible standalone snack.

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After soaking, filter the onion well from the sour milk.
  • 5Transfer the filtered onion to the zip bag with the flour mixture, close again and shake to coat evenly.
  • 6Fry the onions in groups in the hot oil, making sure not to overload the pot, for about 3 minutes or until the onions are lightly golden.
  • 7Drain on kitchen paper and serve immediately.

    • Ingredients

    • 1 large Spanish or Vidalia onion, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced (about 225g)
    • 360ml buttermilk (check label for non-dairy ingredients)
    • 90g gluten-free flour blend (ensure it's certified gluten-free)
    • 2.5g coarse salt
    • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
    • 15g granulated sugar
    • Vegetable oil for frying (check label for allergens)

    Nutrition

    Calories
    59
    Protein
    2.4g
    Carbs
    9.4g

    Chef tips

    Try adding spices like paprika or garlic powder to the flour mixture for extra flavour. Maintain the correct oil temperature to prevent greasy onions.

    Recommended Equipment & Products

    • 🌾Certified gluten-free flour blend
      iHerbAmazon UK

    Disclosure: these are currently regular search links, not affiliate links, and we do not earn a commission. Check current prices, availability and product labels before buying.