For extra crispy onion bites, ensure the oil is at the correct temperature before frying. Don't overcrowd the pan when frying; work in batches to maintain the oil temperature. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper in both the dipping sauce and the onion mixture to your preferred level of spice.
Awesome Blossom Onion Bites
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS58
These crispy, golden onion bites deliver the satisfying crunch and savory flavor of a blooming onion in a delightful, bite-sized package. Forget the fuss of deep-frying a whole onion – this recipe is simpler, quicker, and comes with a zesty dipping sauce that perfectly complements the sweet onion.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate19 g
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Cholesterol10 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium484 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
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StepPrepare the Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, ketchup, and horseradish. Season with a pinch of cayenne pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. (5 minutes)
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StepDraw Moisture from Onions (Optional): Place the diced onions in a bowl and toss with 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt. Cover the bowl and let stand for 15 minutes. This step helps remove excess moisture, resulting in crispier onion bites. Rinse the onions thoroughly under cold running water and drain in a strainer for 5 minutes. Transfer the drained onions to a dry bowl. (25 minutes)
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StepCreate the Batter: To the bowl with the diced onions, add the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, cornmeal, flour, and baking powder. Stir well to combine. Pour in the milk and stir until a thick batter forms. Let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes before frying. (10 minutes)
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StepHeat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a heavy-duty skillet to a depth of 1/2 inch. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Line a plate with paper towels to drain the fried onion bites. (5 minutes)
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StepFry the Onion Bites: Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove the fried onion bites to the prepared plate to drain for a minute. Repeat with the remaining batter, working in batches. Keep the cooked onion bites warm in a low oven if desired. (10-20 minutes)
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StepServe: Serve the Awesome Blossom Onion Bites immediately with the chilled dipping sauce. Enjoy!
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Howell Breitenberg
Jun 3, 2025The onions were too salty for my taste. I'll use less salt next time.
Tillman Heller
Apr 14, 2025The dipping sauce is amazing! I'm making it again for other things.
Salvatore Flatley
Mar 14, 2025These are addictive! I couldn't stop eating them.
Litzy Jacobsprosacco
Mar 11, 2025I used gluten-free flour, and they still turned out great!
Napoleon Crona
Mar 7, 2025My batter was too thin, but adding a little more flour fixed it.
Raleigh Mayer
Oct 31, 2024So much easier than making a full blooming onion. Thank you!
Maureen Oconnell
Oct 19, 2024These were a huge hit at our party! Everyone loved them.