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Baby Bloomin’ Onions

Crispy Baby Bloomin’ Onions That Steal the Show at Parties

Crispy Baby Bloomin’ Onions are a show-stopping appetizer, perfect for gatherings, bringing laughter and flavor to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 onions
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onions
  • 12 small Cipollini Onions or small yellow onions or pearl onions as a substitute
For the Buttermilk Mixture
  • 1 cup Buttermilk regular whole milk can be used as an alternative
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour can be used if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic for a bolder kick
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder omit if sensitive to onion taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika sweet paprika can substitute if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Salt opt for kosher salt for less intensity
  • 1 teaspoon Dry Mustard consider mixing Dijon with the buttermilk as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper use white pepper for a more subtle taste
For Frying
  • 2 cups Peanut or Vegetable Oil canola or sunflower oil also suitable

Equipment

  • Tall pot
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Mixing bowls
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oil by filling a tall pot with peanut or vegetable oil and heat over medium-high until it reaches 350˚F (175˚C).
  2. Prepare the onions by trimming off the stem ends and peeling the skin. Make about 12 cross-cuts down to the root without cutting through.
  3. Soak the prepared onions in buttermilk for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Mix the coating by combining all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, dry mustard, and black pepper in a bowl.
  5. Dredge the soaked onions in the flour mixture and shake off excess, then return to buttermilk before dredging again for double coating.
  6. Fry the onions cut side down in hot oil for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; flip and fry for another 2 minutes.
  7. Drain the fried onions on a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt before serving with a creamy buttermilk ranch dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1onionCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the oil temperature stays at 350˚F for crispy texture. Experiment with different dipping sauces for added flavor.

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