Golden, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned, these crispy onion rings are everything you want in a classic snack or side. They have a light batter on the inside, an extra-crispy breadcrumb coating on the outside, and fry up beautifully crunchy every single time. Serve them with the quick sweet chilli mayo dip, and they’re guaranteed to disappear fast.
Perfect as an appetizer, burger side, or party snack, these onion rings are simple, satisfying, and much better than store-bought.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Extra crispy texture thanks to a double coating
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Simple pantry ingredients with no complicated steps
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Perfect snack or side for burgers, sliders, or wraps
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Quick dipping sauce that comes together in minutes
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Great for sharing and easy to scale up for guests
Ingredients
For the Onion Rings
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1 large white onion
For the Batter
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tsp paprika
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1 tsp salt
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2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ cup cold water
For the Crispy Coating
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½ cup breadcrumbs
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½ cup panko breadcrumbs
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2 tsp paprika
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1 tsp salt
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2 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder
For Frying
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Oil, for deep frying
For the Sauce
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2 tbsp mayonnaise
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1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Onions
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Peel the onion and slice it into thick rings.
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Carefully separate the rings and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Batter
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
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Gradually add cold water and whisk until you have a smooth, thick batter that can coat the onion rings well.
Step 3: Prepare the Crispy Coating
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In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, panko, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
Step 4: Coat the Onion Rings
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Dip each onion ring into the batter, letting any excess drip off.
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Transfer immediately to the breadcrumb mixture and press gently so the coating sticks well.
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Repeat with all onion rings and place them on a tray.
Step 5: Fry
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Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
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Fry the onion rings in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
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Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towel.
Step 6: Make the Sauce
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Mix mayonnaise and sweet chilli sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 7: Serve
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Serve the onion rings hot with the sweet chilli mayo on the side.
Tips for Extra Crispy Onion Rings
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Keep the batter thick and cold for better coating
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Do not overcrowd the pan while frying
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Use a wire rack instead of paper towels for maximum crispiness
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Can I bake or air-fry these onion rings?
Yes. Spray coated onion rings generously with oil and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway. Air-fry at 190°C (375°F) for 10–12 minutes until golden.
Q. What can I use instead of sweet chilli sauce?
You can mix mayonnaise with ketchup, sriracha, hot sauce, or even honey mustard for a different dipping sauce.
Q. Why are my onion rings not crispy?
This usually happens if the oil isn’t hot enough or the batter is too thin. Make sure the oil is properly heated and avoid overcrowding the pan.
Q. Can I prepare these ahead of time?
You can coat the onion rings and refrigerate them for up to 1 hour before frying. Fry just before serving for best results.
Crispy Onion Rings
Ingredients
For the Onion Rings
- 1 large white onion
For the Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup cold water
For the Crispy Coating
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
For Frying
- Oil for deep frying
For the Sauce
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
Instructions
- Peel the onion and slice it into thick rings.
- Carefully separate the rings and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Gradually add cold water and whisk until you have a smooth, thick batter that can coat the onion rings well.
- In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, panko, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
- Dip each onion ring into the batter, letting any excess drip off.
- Transfer immediately to the breadcrumb mixture and press gently so the coating sticks well.
- Repeat with all onion rings and place them on a tray.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry the onion rings in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towel.
- Mix mayonnaise and sweet chilli sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve the onion rings hot with the sweet chilli mayo on the side.
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