Description
Irresistibly delicious Amish Onion Fritters that are quick to prepare and perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
- Optional spices: garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper
- Optional add-ins: chopped herbs like parsley or green onions, shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by slicing the onions into ¼-inch pieces.
- Create the batter by whisking together flour, egg, milk, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine sliced onions with the batter, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat, aiming for about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry spoonfuls of the onion batter until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Drain the fritters on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize with herbs, spices, or cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg