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Crispy Deep Fried Onion Balls with Zesty Cajun Ranch Sauce


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  • Author: angela
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful crispy onion balls filled with flavorful onions, perfect for snacking or serving as an appetizer, paired with a zesty Cajun ranch sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Yellow onions (finely diced)
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust for low-sodium)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (or fresh garlic)
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 cup Milk (or plant-based alternatives)
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
  • 1 cup Ranch dressing (high-quality recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Start by finely dicing the yellow onions and place them in a large bowl.
  2. Mix together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in another bowl.
  3. Add the milk gradually to the dry ingredients, stirring until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Once the oil is hot, take a spoonful of the onion mixture and carefully drop it into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Remove the onion balls from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Notes

Serve hot with zesty Cajun ranch sauce. Adjust seasonings to your taste. Consider adding jalapeños for heat or cheese for a cheesy variation.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
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