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Crispy Amish onion fritters served with a dipping sauce

Amish Onion Fritters

Crispy and savory fritters loaded with sweet onions, perfect as a snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Pennsylvania Dutch
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced or finely chopped
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar optional, for slight sweetness
  • 0.75 cup milk or buttermilk for extra flavor
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 to 3 cups oil for frying (vegetable or canola) depending on pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and slice or finely chop the onions and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and sugar.
  3. Add the egg and milk to the dry ingredients, then mix until you get a thick, scoopable batter.
  4. Add the onions into the batter and stir until they are fully coated.
Cooking
  1. Pour oil into a deep skillet or frying pan (about 1 to 2 inches deep) and heat over medium heat until hot (around 350 degrees F / 175 degrees C).
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the onion mixture into the hot oil and flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
  3. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Remove fritters and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

Notes

Amish Onion Fritters are best served hot and crispy. They can be enjoyed on their own or with dipping sauces. For extra flavor, use buttermilk instead of regular milk, and make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a perfect golden crust. Variations include adding grated cheese or chopped bell peppers.