Description
Amish Onion Fritters are crispy, savory treats that combine sweet onions with a crunchy batter. These fritters are easy to make and perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, offering a delicious balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, adds a hint of sweetness)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Peel and slice the onion into thin rings. For a uniform texture, separate the rings, or leave them as-is for chunkier fritters.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, paprika, and sugar. Add the milk and egg, stirring until the batter is smooth and thick.
- Coat the onion slices in the batter, ensuring each piece is well coated. Gently mix using your hands or a spoon.
- Heat 1-2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should reach 350°F (175°C) for crispy fritters.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with a dipping sauce like ranch dressing, honey mustard, or ketchup.
Notes
- Leftover fritters can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.
- To reheat, place the fritters on a baking sheet at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness.
- Try using red onions for a colorful twist and a slightly different flavor profile.
- For extra crispy fritters, ensure the oil temperature is maintained at 350°F and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- You can freeze fritters after cooling them completely. Store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2-3 months. Reheat in the oven for 10 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
