Description
Crispy Mini Bloomin’ Onions bring classic steakhouse appetizer magic to home kitchens with irresistible golden-brown petals. Drizzled with spicy dipping sauce, these bite-sized delights guarantee crowd-pleasing flavor you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 14.4 ounces (409 grams) frozen pearl onions, thawed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Submerge frozen pearl onions in cold water overnight to defrost completely, ensuring even thawing.
- Carefully drain the onions and meticulously pat them dry using clean kitchen towels or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Create a smooth egg wash by vigorously whisking whole eggs in a shallow, wide-bottomed dish until well blended.
- Combine all-purpose flour with a vibrant blend of cayenne pepper, sweet paprika, aromatic onion powder, pungent garlic powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a separate mixing bowl.
- Individually dunk each pearl onion into the egg wash, ensuring full coverage, then immediately roll in the seasoned flour mixture, gently shaking off any surplus coating.
- For a golden, crispy exterior, deep-fry the coated onions in vegetable oil heated to 375°F (190°C) for 4-5 minutes until they turn a rich, amber color.
- Alternatively, for a softer interior with a delicate crunch, slowly fry the onions over low heat for 25-30 minutes, allowing them to develop a tender inside and a perfectly crisp exterior.
- Transfer the fried onions onto a layer of absorbent paper towels to drain excess oil and maintain their crispness.
- Serve immediately alongside your preferred dipping sauce, such as ranch, spicy aioli, or tangy marinara.
Notes
- Prepare pearl onions ahead by thawing them overnight in cold water for optimal texture and easier peeling.
- Pat onions completely dry to ensure crispy, golden coating during frying and prevent oil splattering.
- Create a bold, zesty seasoning blend by mixing flour with multiple spices for maximum flavor complexity.
- Choose your preferred cooking method: quick high-heat frying for crispy exterior or slow low-heat method for tender, caramelized result.
- Use paper towels to absorb excess oil, maintaining a light and non-greasy appetizer.
- Pair with tangy dipping sauces like ranch, spicy aioli, or honey mustard to elevate the mini bloomin’ onions’ taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg