Awesome Blossom Onion Bites: The Ultimate Appetizer Explosion

Awesome Blossom Onion Bites are your new favorite snack! Inspired by the famous blooming onion, these bite-sized beauties deliver all the bold flavor and crunch without the mess. They're perfect for game day, family get-togethers, or whenever you're craving something crispy and savory.

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet onions (like Vidalia), chopped into bite-size chunks
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Oil for deep frying

For the Awesome Sauce:

• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp horseradish
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Soak onion pieces in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
2. In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat oil to 175°C (350°F) in a deep fryer or large pot.
4. Remove onions from buttermilk, toss in seasoned flour until well coated.
5. Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2–3 minutes.
6. Drain on paper towels and season with a pinch of salt.

Make the Sauce:

1. Whisk all dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
2. Chill for 10 minutes before serving with hot bites.

Pro Tips

• Want a healthier version? Try air frying at 200°C (400°F) for 12–14 minutes.
• Add a pinch of sugar to the dipping sauce for extra balance.
• Great with ranch, BBQ sauce, or even spicy aioli!

Awesome Blossom Onion Bites are crispy, crave-worthy, and ridiculously easy to pop in your mouth. Serve them up at your next gathering and watch them disappear!

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