Amish Onion Fritters 🧅🔥
Crispy, Golden, and Packed with Sweet Onion Flavor!
These Amish-style onion fritters are a delightfully crunchy snack or side dish, featuring thinly sliced onions in a perfectly seasoned batter. Quick to make and impossible to resist!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Simple ingredients – Ready in under 30 minutes
✔ Sweet & savory – Caramelized onions in a crispy coating
✔ Versatile – Great as an appetizer, side, or snack
✔ Budget-friendly – Uses pantry staples
Ingredients
For the Fritters
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced (yellow or sweet onions work best)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 large egg, beaten
- ½ cup milk (or buttermilk for extra tang)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For Serving (Optional)
- Ranch dressing or spicy mayo
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Onions
- Thinly slice 2 large onions (use a mandoline for even slices).
2. Make the Batter
- In a bowl, whisk together:
- Flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in beaten egg and milk until smooth.
3. Coat the Onions
- Toss sliced onions in the batter until fully coated.
4. Fry to Golden Perfection
- Heat 1 inch of oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop small handfuls of battered onions into the oil.
- Fry 2-3 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
5. Serve Hot!
- Sprinkle with salt and chopped parsley.
- Serve with dips of choice.
Pro Tips
🔥 Keep oil hot – Maintain 350°F for crispiness.
🧅 Sweet onions – Vidalia or Walla Walla add natural sweetness.
🌶 Spice it up – Add ½ tsp cayenne to the batter.
Serving Suggestions
🍔 As a burger topping
🍲 With soup or chili
🍺 Perfect game-day snack
Storage & Reheating
- Best fresh, but can be kept 1 day in the fridge.
- Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5 mins to crisp up.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Carbs | 25g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fat | 7g |
Final Thoughts
These Amish Onion Fritters are crispy, flavorful, and addictive—a must-try for onion lovers!