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Bloomin onion bites on a plate with comeback sauce.
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Bloomin' Onion Bites

This Bloomin' Onion Bites recipe is crispy, golden, and so easy with frozen pearl onions. Serve with comeback sauce for the perfect appetizer.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bloomin Onion Bites
Servings: 8

Ingredients

For the Onions

  • 2 bags (12 oz. each) frozen pearl onions thawed and fully drained
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ cups milk
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne
  • salt to taste
  • vegetable oil for frying

For the Dipping Sauce (Comeback Sauce)

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dipping sauce until incorporated and smooth. Cover and transfer to the fridge until ready to use.
  • Heat a deep fryer or a few inches of oil in a high-sided pan to 350°F.
  • Prepare a dredging station: 1st bowl the flour and seasonings. 2nd bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
  • Dip the onions into the egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Let excess liquid drip off, then transfer them to the seasoned flour and toss to coat. Shake off any excess.
  • Working in smaller batches to avoid overcrowding, carefully place the battered onions into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Stir them around every so often to make sure they are browning evenly.
  • Using a slotted spoon, remove from the oil and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. While still hot, season with some salt.
  • Serve immediately with the dipping sauce and enjoy!

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Notes

Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable, canola, or peanut oil.
 
The 5 minute cook time is per batch, not for both bags of onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 265mg | Potassium: 288mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 332IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 97mg | Iron: 2mg