Onion Straws

Onion straws are thin slices of sweet onion lightly breaded and deep-fried until golden and crispy. Enjoy on their own or serve with Chipotle Pepper Aioli as the perfect party appetizer.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Southern

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 317kcal

Author Beth Pierce

Ingredients

3 cloves garlic minced
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce minced
2 medium vidalia onions very thinly sliced
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
canola oil for frying

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix garlic, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and chipotle pepper. Cover and refrigerate.
In a wide-based bowl, combine onions and buttermilk. Allow to sit for one hour, stirring occasionally.
On a shallow plate, combine flour, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and paprika. Mix well with a fork.
Heat oil in a heavy stock pot or Dutch oven to 375 degrees.
Using tongs, remove onions from buttermilk and dredge them through the flour mixture. Gently shake excess flour from the onions. Working in batches, add onions to the oil. Using the tongs, break them up a bit so they don't clump. Stay close, they should be done in 1-2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Serve with the Chipotle Pepper Aioli.

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