Onion Fritters,

Onion Fritters

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Mixing the Batter:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
   • Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
   • Add the sliced onions to the batter and mix until the onions are evenly coated.
3. Frying:
   • Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
   • Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of a spoon.
   • Fry the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
4. Draining:
   • Remove the fritters from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
5. Serving:
   • Serve the onion fritters hot, with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 250
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Cholesterol: 40mg
• Sodium: 580mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 33g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 5g
• Protein: 6g

Intensity:

• Preparation Intensity: Low
• Cooking Intensity: Medium
• Overall Intensity: Low

Enjoy these crispy and flavorful Onion Fritters, perfect as a snack or appetizer!