Cajun Style Onion Rings

Posted On July 17, 2020
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This is a classic way to make onion rings, so you can use this recipe for regular style onion rings or Cajun style onion rings as shown here. The only difference is to leave out the Cayenne Pepper and Tony Cachere’s seasonings to make them “un-Cajun!” Is that even a word? LOL. I hope you try this recipe. It’s so easy and so awesome to have fresh onion rings at home!

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Cajun Style Onion Rings

Classic with a kick! These Cajun Style Onion Rings are sure to please many as a side dish to your favorite grilled hamburgers or hot dogs. As Emeril says..."Kick it up a notch" If you would rather have plain onion rings, just leave out the Cayenne and Tony Cachere's seasonings and you will have a classic version.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time3 mins
Total Time18 mins
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: onion rings, Side dish, Snack
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 201kcal
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • Frying Pan or Dutch Oven
  • Knife
  • Bowls/Vessels for dredging station

Ingredients

  • 1 very large onion (ie. Vidalia) or 2 medium to large ones
  • 3/4 cup panko or regular bread crumbs
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 3/4 cup oil for frying
  • 2/3 cup milk. Note: you can substitute beer here too!
  • 2 teaspoons Tony Cachere's Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground red cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 egg

Instructions

  • Slice your onions into approximately 1/2 inch strips (as you would for putting a whole slice of onion on a hamburger). Carefully push down and release each ring so they look like this picture. It's okay if one breaks, etc. They still taste the same! 🙂 Any leftover bits and piece, put into a plastic bag and save for a dish where you might need to some minced onions.
  • In a small container, bowl or baking sheet, combine flour, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt by gently whisking together. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of the Tony Cachere's and 1/2 teaspoon Red Cayenne Pepper and gently combine into the mixture.
  • Place your onion rings into the flour mixture and thoroughly coat them. Take them out and set them aside as picture above.
  • After you have all of the rings coated, add 2/3 cup of milk (or beer) and 1 egg to the flour mixture to create your batter. It should be the consistency of a pancake batter. If you need to add more liquid, do so in small quantities until you reach the consistency you want.
  • In a dutch oven, deep frying pan or deep fryer, warm your oil to 325 degrees
  • Take your well floured onion rings and dip them into the batter to fully coat them
  • In another small bowl, add your bread crumbs. 1 teaspoon of Tony Cachere's and 1/2 teaspoon Red Cayenne Pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and gently mix together
  • Dip the batter into the bread crumbs and thoroughly coat them. Knock off excess and gently put into the oil. Fry until they are a nice golden brown and then remove and put onto a plate lined with a paper towel or a wire rack to drain. Once done, serve up with your favorite food!

Nutrition

Serving: 5rings | Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 6.9g | Fat: 2.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.8g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 266mg | Potassium: 143mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 4.7g | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 2mg