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Bloomin' Onion

Recreate the popular Outback Steakhouse appetizer at home with this delicious Bloomin' Onion recipe, featuring crispy fried onion petals and a tangy dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 large onion 1 large onion (Vidalia or another sweet variety) Choose sweet onions for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup 1 cup of all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup 1 cup of milk
  • 2 large 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust for spice preference.
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste
  • as needed Oil for frying Ensure oil is hot enough for frying.
  • optional Dipping sauce (like ranch or a zesty aioli) Choose your favorite dipping sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by peeling the onion and cutting off the top, ensuring that the root end remains intact.
  2. Place the onion, stem side down, on a cutting board. Slice downwards in a petal shape, making about 12 to 16 cuts, but be careful not to cut through the root.
  3. Gently separate the petals to create the bloom.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
  5. In another bowl, mix the flour with paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  6. Dip the onion bloom into the egg mixture, making sure it gets into every petal.
  7. Next, coat it with the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully lower the onion into the hot oil, frying for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Remove the onion and let it drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

To keep your leftovers fresh, let the onion cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Best consumed within 2-3 days. Reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes for best results.