Description
These Amish Onion Fritters are crispy, golden-brown snacks made by coating thinly sliced onions in a seasoned batter and frying them to perfection. They make a delightful appetizer or side dish with a crunchy exterior and tender, flavorful inside. Garnished with fresh parsley, they’re perfect served immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Fritters
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme (optional)
- 1/2 cup milk (or buttermilk for extra flavor)
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil for frying
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Peel and slice the onions thinly into rings or half-rings. Set aside.
- Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and sugar. Add the milk, egg, and dried thyme if using, then stir until well combined. The batter should be thick but spreadable.
- Coat the Onions: Add the sliced onions to the batter and toss until they are evenly coated with the batter.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, pour about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking. Test by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil—it should sizzle and float to the surface.
- Fry the Fritters: Using a spoon, carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter-coated onions into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Serve: Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately. These fritters are delicious with dipping sauces like ranch, ketchup, or spicy aioli.
Notes
- Using buttermilk instead of milk adds extra flavor and a slight tanginess.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying to maintain the oil temperature and crispness.
- Adjust seasoning in the batter to suit your taste by adding more spices or herbs.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor, as fritters tend to lose crispness when cooled.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a hot oven or air fryer to crisp them up again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Amish, American
