Frizzled Onions

These onions are delicious sprinkled on Garlic Mashed Potatoes. You can also substitute seasoning salt for the salt and paprika.

Frizzled Onions

4 cups canola oil or vegetable oil (for frying)
1 large yellow onion
2 cups milk
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika (divided)


Using a mandoline or vegetable slicer, thinly slice onion into rings.

Place onion rings in a large bowl and cover with milk. Let sit for 1 hour.

Heat oil in a heavy stockpot to 375º F.

In another bowl, mix together flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon of the paprika.

Drain onions from milk.

Dredge in flour mixture and shake off excess.

Deep-fry until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes.

Drain on paper towels.

Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon of the paprika.