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Crispy Onion Straws

Thin, crispy, salty onions that are the ultimate topping for burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups... practically everything!
Prep Time1 hour
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 large yellow onions
  • 2-2 1/2 cups of buttermilk
  • 2 1/2 cups of all purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of cajun or creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 36 ounces neutral frying oil (vegetable or canola)

Instructions

  • Very thinly slice 2 large yellow onions and place them into a large bowl
  • Add enough buttermilk to cover most of the onions (2-2 1/2 cups) and let them soak at room temperature for 60 minutes
  • Combine 2 1/2 cups of all purpose flour with 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of cajun or creole seasoning, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper in a large bowl and set aside
  • Place 36 ounces of a neutral frying oil into into a wide skillet and place over medium to medium high heat 
  • Bring the oil temperature up to 375 degrees
  • Use a fork to transfer a few of the buttermilk soaked onions into the flour mixture and toss until generously coated
  • Carefully transfer the coated onions into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy
  • Use a large slotted spoon or a mesh spider to transfer the crispy onions onto a paper towel lined plate and season with additional salt
  • Repeat until all of the onions are fried and enjoy warm