Onion Strings
- SERVES
- 3
- COOK TIME
- 10 Min
If you like crispy-fried onion strings, like the kind that are popular in restaurants, then you'll love this 5-ingredient recipe for easy, homemade, Onion Strings. They're simple to make, but the end results will leave you feeling like a restaurant chef. Whether you make them for tasty nibbling or as a main dish topper, these onion strings are always a hit! We consider them a simple yet fancy way to say ..."OHH IT'S SO GOOD!!"
What You'll Need
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
What to Do
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Place onion rings in flour, coat well, then carefully place in hot oil.
- Fry onions 6 to 8 minutes, or until golden. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate, and serve immediately.
Mr. Food Test Kitchen Tip!
- These Onion Strings are yummy as is, but you can sprinkle them with salt before serving, if you'd like.
- Use these to fancy up a juicy steak, top off a chef's salad (instead of croutons), or however else you like!
- And if you love fried onions any which way, then be sure to check out our recipe for Crispy Buttermilk Onion Rings too!
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Delphine Bryant
May 31, 2018
It is hard to believe that when I was a little girl my Mom had separate some food items that required the addition of onion because I did not like how they tasted. Now, I can not get enough of them. This is a quick and easy recipe that can be made at a moments notice just to make any dish look great.
Morehouse17
May 30, 2018
This is a lot like onion rings but without a little of the extra fuss. I love onions and I know I will be making these onion strings in the very near future. I have been seeing them on fast food commercials and I am totally glad I ran across this recipe. Thanks.
remington77 450605 1
Feb 17, 2015
This are soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo goooooooooooooooooood
jwaldeis4 3853395
Feb 05, 2015
When I make these, I usually soak the onions in buttermilk, but this one seems easier and less time consuming. Next time I will use this recipe.
busdvr 0271539
Jan 10, 2015
can the onion strings be altered to less oil and baked
Test Kitchen Team
Jan 12, 2015
Hello, the test kitchen thinks the onions strings can be fried in less oil, about 1/2 cup. There may be onion string recipes that are baked, but this one is not designed for baking. Enjoy!
ranjanabehl20rb 21 96907
Nov 03, 2014
It's always yummy. Do try with gram flour instead of all purpose flour and enjoy with green chutney or curd chutney.
sullivank42 525417 2
Apr 05, 2014
I haven't tried these yet but they look just like the ones I saw a steak house. I am looking forward to preparing these French-fried Onion Strings.
clmhillen 6057523
May 04, 2013
You forgot the worcestire sauce. A few drops makes this greater! ;)
prettygoodcook 094 9373
Apr 10, 2013
These onion strings need NOTHING added! I made them for lunch as per the recipe, to serve with our sandwiches, and my husband and I ate them all. There was no problem with the flour sticking; in fact, I don't know why eggs or anything else would be added unless you want a thick, gloppy mess! These were sooo easy and fast to fix - with just the right amount of coating. We loved them!
dshapiro2130 05576 99
Feb 08, 2013
what do you think if you spray the oinon rings with oil so the flour sticks, I know people use eggs also, but just thinking of ideas, I am going to try now and let you know. also going to make some stuffed vegie wonton wraps. talk to you soon.
tdzm 7811775
Feb 08, 2013
Why not try the recipe as written for the first time of making it? I bet it will work out just fine. I hope to try this recipe specifically because it does not include dipping or oiling the slices first. I think the natural moisture of the onions will hold just enough flour to create a crispy wonderful dish.
kattjl 2649953
Jan 10, 2013
I think these are great. Make them in my concession trailer all summer long. people love them. great for tail-gate parties.
debb323
Nov 17, 2012
This sounds soooooo good ! I love that there are no eggs; I have a serious egg allergy. Thank You :-)
grandmackr
Nov 05, 2012
I can see onlon strings being made this way. The comment about dredging in flour first, then egg, etc; would be perfect for oniion rings. I learned from my sister in law, that dredging anything you're going to fry in flour and then egg and then another covering is the best way to keep the coating on during frying. It's worked everytime for me.
mary hlav
Nov 04, 2012
Think I'll sprinkle mine with Cajun Seasoning...already has salt and cayenne added.
kitten367 2049060
Sep 29, 2012
Wonder if a little cayenne or even taco seasoning would kick it up a notch ? Hmmm
barbqman1
Sep 10, 2012
How would this recipe work if the onion rings were dipped in flour first, then into an egg bath and back into flour. Then placed into the hot oil.
gslick
Sep 29, 2012
Trust me, this is the correct sequence for dipping things before frying things ,I have been doing this for years
JudyTrudy
Oct 03, 2012
you would need to double dip and then have onion rings instead of the onion string because they would hold up more. these are meant to be lighter.
tdzm 7811775
Feb 08, 2013
If you want a heavy battered and fattier onion dish, then dipping in that order works out. What I like about the posted recipe is that it would be a much lighter dish and seems to rely on the mositure of the onion itself to create a light crusty dish.
betstew 6882096
Sep 10, 2012
A lady that runs a cafe here in my town uses her meat slicer to cut the onions for "onion strings". Works very nicely & all uniform size.
CookieWithSoul
Jul 24, 2012
I like this recipe, seems to be very easy and not many ingredients are needed.....This is a great snack idea, and I know all will love it...About to make a batch right now!.....looks OOH IT'S SO GOOD!
parz 4843891
May 09, 2011
i made these in the deep fryer and they were wonderful.i did add some garlic powder and some lemon pepper to the floour.easy and as good as tony's roma's onion stack.
MrSoul
Apr 11, 2011
Very good and easy! I used deep fryer. They cook fast so keep close watch. Also fried mushrooms halved with same flour mix. Nice along with a grilled steak.
Dave M
Apr 09, 2011
Rather than use a fry pan with "oil to medium-high heat" (?), couldn't I use this recipe in a deep fryer? At what temperature would I set my fryer?
Vodika
Sep 10, 2012
I set mine on 350 and take them out when they come to the top and turn golden brown
TenorsMom
Nov 18, 2012
@JudyTrudy - that was just rude and not helpful at all! A lot of people come to sites like this because they are novices and are looking for tips and/or guidance and people like you just don't belong here. Remember, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything.
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