Bite-Sized Blooming Onions Recipe 

Bite-sized blooming onions offer a delightful twist on the classic appetizer, providing all the crispy, savory goodness in a convenient, poppable form. These mini onion bites are coated in a seasoned batter and fried until golden brown, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Paired with a tangy dipping sauce, they make for an irresistible snack or party treat. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a flavorful snack, these bite-sized delights are sure to impress and satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients:

For the Onion Bites:

• 2 large sweet onions, cut into bite-sized wedges
  
  

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
  
  

• 1 teaspoon paprika
  
  

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon onion powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  
  

• ½ teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1 cup buttermilk
  
  

• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  
  

• Vegetable oil for frying
  
  

For the Dipping Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
  
  

• 2 tablespoons ketchup
  
  

• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  
  

• 1 teaspoon horseradish (optional)
  
  

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

Directions:

1. Prepare the Onions: Peel and cut the onions into bite-sized wedges, keeping the layers intact.
   
   

2. Soak in Buttermilk: Place the onion wedges in a bowl of buttermilk and let them soak for 10 minutes.
   
   

3. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow dish, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt. Place panko breadcrumbs in a separate dish.
   
   

4. Coat the Onions: Remove the onions from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and coat them in the flour mixture. Return the coated onions to the buttermilk. Then, roll the onions in panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
   
   

5. Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
   
   

6. Fry the Onions: Fry the onions in small batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
   
   

7. Prepare the Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
   
   

8. Serve: Arrange the blooming onion bites on a platter and serve with the dipping sauce.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 3g
  
  

• Fat: 13g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 30g
  
  

• Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugar: 3g