Description
Crispy golden Amish onion fritters emerge as a beloved Pennsylvania Dutch classic, showcasing sweet caramelized onions in a perfectly seasoned batter. Comfort meets crunch in this irresistible side dish you’ll want to savor alongside hearty meals or enjoy as a delightful appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
Dry Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredient:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, whisking flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly blended.
- Gradually pour milk into the dry mixture, stirring consistently to develop a smooth, lump-free batter with a silky texture.
- Carefully slice onions into delicate, uniform strips and gently fold them into the batter, ensuring each onion piece is completely enrobed.
- Select a heavy-bottomed skillet and pour vegetable oil to a depth of approximately one inch, heating over medium flame until the oil shimmers with readiness.
- Using a spoon, carefully drop small clusters of the onion-studded batter into the sizzling oil, allowing each fritter ample space to crisp independently.
- Monitor the fritters, flipping once the underside achieves a rich golden-brown hue, cooking approximately 2-3 minutes per side until they develop a crunchy exterior and tender interior.
- Extract the fritters using a slotted spoon, transferring them to a layer of absorbent paper towels to drain excess oil and maintain crispness.
- Plate the fritters while warm, accompanied by complementary dipping sauces like tangy sour cream, herbed ranch, or zesty marinara for enhanced enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure onions are sliced paper-thin for maximum crispiness and even cooking throughout the fritter.
- Control oil temperature around 350°F to prevent burning and achieve golden-brown exterior with perfectly cooked interior.
- Experiment with adding herbs like chives or parsley to introduce fresh flavor complexity to traditional Amish recipe.
- Transform recipe into gluten-free version by substituting all-purpose flour with almond or rice flour for dietary accommodations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg