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Awesome Blossom Onion Bites Recipe

Awesome Blossom Onion Bites Recipe

5.2 from 20 reviews

These Awesome Blossom Onion Bites are a delicious appetizer that’s easy to make at home. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and served with a tangy dipping sauce, they are perfect for any gathering or as a snack.

Ingredients

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Dipping Sauce

  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons horseradish
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

Onion Bites

  • 2 cups diced onions
  • 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups vegetable oil, or as needed for frying

Instructions

  1. For the sauce: Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, ketchup, and horseradish in a small bowl. Season with cayenne to taste. Refrigerate.
  2. For the onion bites: Prep onions and let stand with salt, rinse, and drain. Combine with seasonings, cornmeal, flour, and milk to make a thick batter. Rest for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Frying: Heat oil in a skillet. Drop batter into oil by tablespoons. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Serve the onion bites with the dipping sauce.

Notes

  • You can adjust the seasonings in the dipping sauce to suit your taste.
  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure crispy bites.

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Keywords: Awesome Blossom Onion Bites, Onion Bites Recipe, Appetizer Recipe