Crispy Mini Bloomin' Onions
Deliciously crispy mini bloomin' onions served with a tangy buttermilk ranch dip, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Ranch Dip
- 1 cup Buttermilk Use milk with lemon if buttermilk is not available.
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Mini Bloomin' Onions
- 8 pieces Mini onions (pearl or shallots)
- 1 cup Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch Cornstarch gives a crispy texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 cups Cooking oil For frying.
- 1/2 cup Cold water For dipping onions before coating.
Instructions
Preparing the Ranch Dip
- In a bowl, mix together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper.
- Chill in the refrigerator.
Preparing the Onions
- Peel the mini onions and carefully cut them in the shape of a bloom, not cutting all the way through.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
Frying the Onions
- Dip the onions in cold water, then coat them in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or saucepan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the onions in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve warm with the ranch dip.
Notes
Do not skip chilling the dip or cutting the onions correctly. Make sure to monitor the oil temperature closely to ensure proper frying.