No Fry Onion Rings Food

FRIED ONION RINGS

Steps:

• Cut onion into 1/2 inch slices; separate into rings.
• In a bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, baking soda and cayenne.
• Combine the egg and buttermilk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
• In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1 inch of oil to 375°.
• Dip onion rings into batter.
• Fry a few at a time for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels (keep warm in a 300° oven).

NO-FRY ONION RINGS

Steps:

• 1. Preheat oven to 450°F Cover 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil; spray evenly with cooking spray.
• 2. Separate onion slices into rings. Dip into milk, then into the flour, turning to evenly coat both sides of each onion ring. Dip coated onion rings in egg whites, then into cornflake crumbs, again turning to evenly coat both sides of each onion ring. Place in single layer on prepared baking sheets; spray evenly with cooking spray.
• 3. Bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until onions are tender and golden brown.

NO-FRY ONION RINGS

Steps:

• 1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Cover 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil; spray evenly with cooking spray.
• 2. Separate onion slices into rings. Dip into milk then into flour, turning to evenly coat both sides of each onion ring. Dip coated onion rings in egg whites, then into cornflake crumbs, again turning to evenly coat both sides of each onion ring. Place in single layer on prepared baking sheets; spray evenly with cooking spray.
• 3. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until onions are tender and golden brown.

FRIED ONION RINGS

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine the buttermilk with the hot sauce and 2 teaspoons of Essence. Add the onion rings and press to coat. Marinate, covered, in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
• In a medium pot, heat the oil to 360 degrees F.
• In a shallow bowl or large dish, combine the flour with 2 tablespoons of the Essence. Dredge the onions in the seasoned flour, coating each ring evenly. Shake off any excess flour and carefully place the rings in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, turning to cook evenly and prevent sticking, about 3 minutes per batch. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels. Season the fried onion rings with Essence, and repeat with the remaining ingredients.
• Serve hot.
• Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
• Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.

AIR FRIED ONION RINGS

Steps:

• Cut the ends off of a large Vidalia onion and remove the outer skin. Cut into 1/2-inch slices ad separate the rings.
• Set up the breading station using 3 shallow bowls. In the first bowl combine the flour, smoked paprika, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. In the second bowl, whisk together the half and half and egg. In the last bowl, use a fork to combine the panko breadcrumbs, remaining teaspoon of salt, and the olive oil.
• Dredge each onion ring in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture. Dredge again in the flour and in the egg, then shake off any excess and coat with the panko breadcrumbs. As you go, layer the breaded onion rings on a baking sheet. When finished, place the onion rings in the freezer for 10 - 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees for 5 minutes. Lightly spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray.
• Cook the onion rings in batches in a single layer (nesting smaller rings inside larger rings as long as they are separated by space) for 9 - 11 minutes, or until crispy.
• At the end of cooking, return all the onion rings to the air fryer basket (it's fine to layer them this time) and cook for 2 minutes to warm up any that have cooled.