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You know the one. The giant fried onion that arrives at the table and everyone gasps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This blooming onion is that. Crispy, golden petals. A sweet, tender center. And that iconic dipping sauce that’s creamy, smoky, and just a little spicy. It looks impressive. It tastes even better. And yes, you can absolutely make it at home without a deep fryer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Serves 4 as an appetizer.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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1 large sweet onion (Vidalia or Walla Walla)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd teaspoon cayenne pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 large eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd cup milk<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For the Dipping Sauce:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\u00bd cup mayonnaise<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 tablespoons horseradish (or to taste)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon ketchup<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon smoked paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc teaspoon cayenne<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step-by-Step Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Cut the Onion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Slice off the top (not the root end). Peel the onion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Place root-side up. Cut down into the onion, leaving \u00bd inch from the root. Make 4 cuts, then 8, then 12. Petals will fall open.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Gently separate the petals with your fingers.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Soak<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Place onion in a bowl of ice water for 30 minutes. This helps petals open and removes sharpness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Drain and pat dry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Season the Flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
In another bowl, whisk eggs and milk.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Coat the Onion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Dredge onion in flour mixture (get between petals). Shake off excess.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Dip in egg mixture, then back into flour mixture for a second coat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 5: Fry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Heat 3 inches of oil to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Place onion root-side down in oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes, rotating carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Flip and fry another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Drain on paper towels.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Step 6: Make the Sauce<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n
Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Serve onion with sauce on the side (or in the center).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Leftovers?<\/strong> Honestly, blooming onions don’t reheat well. They get sad and soggy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Make ahead:<\/strong> Cut the onion and refrigerate in water for up to 4 hours. Fry fresh.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sauce:<\/strong> Dipping sauce keeps in the fridge for 1 week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pro tip:<\/strong> This is a fry-and-eat-immediately situation. Plan accordingly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A whole onion. Cut to bloom. Fried until golden. Served with that smoky, tangy dipping sauce. This homemade blooming onion is the shareable appetizer that disappears before the main course arrives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1949,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[73],"tags":[1541,1546,1542,1544,1545,1543,131],"class_list":["post-1869","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quick_meals","tag-blooming-onion","tag-blooming-onion-sauce","tag-fried-onion-blossom","tag-fried-onion-recipe","tag-onion-appetizer","tag-outback-blooming-onion-copycat","tag-party-appetizer"],"yoast_head":"\n
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