Crispy Onion Rings with Sriracha Aioli
Crispy Onion Rings with Sriracha Aioli These crispy onion rings are the perfect appetizer or side dish for any occasion. They're made with a simple batter that's flavored with a hint of sriracha, and they're baked to perfection in the oven. Serve them with the accompanying sriracha aioli for dipping, and you'll have a delicious and satisfying snack that everyone will love.
Onion rings are a classic American snack food, and they're typically made by coating onion slices in a batter and then frying them until golden brown. However, this recipe for crispy onion rings is a bit different. Instead of frying the onion rings, they're baked in the oven. This gives them a crispy exterior and a tender interior, and it also makes them a bit healthier than traditional fried onion rings. The batter for these onion rings is made with a combination of flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper. The cornstarch helps to create a crispy exterior, while the baking powder helps to make the onion rings light and fluffy. The sriracha adds a bit of heat to the batter, but you can adjust the amount to your liking. Once the onion rings are coated in batter, they're baked in the oven until golden brown. The baking time will vary depending on the thickness of the onion rings, so be sure to check them frequently. Once they're done, serve them immediately with the sriracha aioli for dipping.
Crispy Onion Rings with Sriracha Aioli Crispy Onion Rings with Sriracha Aioli Crispy Onion Rings with Sriracha Aioli Crispy Onion Rings with Sriracha Aioli
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the onion rings, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, mayonnaise, and sriracha.
  4. Dip the onion rings into the batter, then place them on a greased baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, and cilantro.
  7. Serve the onion rings with the sriracha aioli for dipping.
Why It Works
  • The combination of flour and cornstarch in the batter creates a crispy exterior, while the baking powder helps to make the onion rings light and fluffy.
  • Baking the onion rings in the oven instead of frying them makes them a bit healthier, and it also gives them a more evenly cooked exterior.
  • The sriracha aioli adds a bit of heat and flavor to the onion rings, but you can adjust the amount to your liking.