Grandma's Onion Rings (Southern Style)

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These are very delicate fried onion rings. My Grandmother's recipe. I have never found any to compare to hers.

Submitted by Jean Fritz
Updated on September 8, 2021
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
2 dozen
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 quart oil for frying, or as needed

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided

  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper, divided

  • 3 egg whites

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

  • 3 large sweet onions, peeled and sliced into thick rings

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat, or deep-fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. Place flour in a shallow baking pan and stir in 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. In a medium bowl, whisk together egg whites, milk, vinegar, and remaining salt and pepper until frothy.

  3. Dip onion rings in wet ingredients then into flour mixture until coated. Then dip in egg white mixture again, and then into flour again.

  4. Fry onion rings in hot oil a few at a time so they are not crowded, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

342 Calories
16g Fat
41g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 342
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 824mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 8g 17%
Vitamin C 6mg 6%
Calcium 76mg 6%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 251mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.