Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Onion Strings

Get ready to elevate your snacking game with these irresistible Gluten-Free Crispy Fried Onion Strings! Perfectly thin slices of sweet onion are soaked in creamy buttermilk and coated in a flavorful gluten-free flour blend infused with paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick. Fried to golden perfection, these crunchy onion strings are light, airy, and completely addicting. Whether served as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a crunchy topping for burgers, salads, or casseroles, or simply enjoyed as a savory snack, this gluten-free recipe is sure to impress. Quick to prepare and fried in batches for maximum crispiness, these onion strings will become your go-to indulgence for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet onions
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups vegetable oil or canola oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet onions and slice them into very thin rings, about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 2

Place the onion rings in a large bowl and pour the buttermilk over them, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let soak for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the spices.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.

Step 5

While the oil is heating, line a baking sheet with paper towels to drain the fried onion strings once cooked.

Step 6

Working in small batches, remove some onion rings from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and toss them in the flour mixture to coat thoroughly.

Step 7

Gently shake off excess flour and carefully place the coated onion rings in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried onion strings and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet to drain. Repeat the coating and frying process with the remaining onion rings.

Step 9

Serve the onion strings immediately, seasoned with additional salt if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2329.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9718.8

Total Fat 966.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 142.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 53.7mg	0%
Sodium 5268.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 72.0g
Protein 27.7g	0%

Vitamin D 253.8IU	0%
Calcium 745.9mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 1588.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.8%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 11.1%