Crispy and crunchy, and delicious to pop in your mouth, these French fried onions may not make it to the green bean casserole! Make them in advance and store until later!
Course Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword French Fried Onions, Homemade Fried Onions, Onion Toppers
Prep Time 5minutes
Cook Time 30minutes
Servings 8cups
Ingredients
3large onions
2-3Cupsflourwe use einkorn
3eggs
Frying oilbacon fat, coconut oil, or whatever you prefer to fry with
Instructions
Cut onions in half, then, with cut side down, cut as thinly as possible.
In large mixing bowl, beat eggs until well combined.
Add eggs to onions, mix gently until onions are well coated.
Lift onions out of egg mixture and place in second large mixing bowl. Add flour on top of onions.
Mix onions and flour until onions are well combined.
Heat about 1-2 inches of oil to 350°. Once hot, add a cup or so of battered onions to the oil and fry until golden brown.
Remove crispy onions from oil and place on a tray lined with paper towels. Add salt and pepper to taste.