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Amish Onion Fritters

Amish Onion Fritters: Crispy Comfort for Your Snack Cravings

Amish Onion Fritters are crispy bites with bold flavors, making them the ultimate comfort snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Try gluten-free flour for an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Feel free to omit for a savory version.
  • 3/4 cup cornmeal No substitutions needed for crunch.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Use fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
  • 3/4 cup milk Plant-based milk can be used.
  • 1 cup onions Use yellow or red onions for sweetness.
For Serving
  • to taste ranch dressing Perfect for dipping.
  • to taste sour cream Balances savoriness.
  • to taste spicy aioli For added heat.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Skillet
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 3/4 cup of cornmeal, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Use a whisk to blend evenly.
  2. Gradually pour in 3/4 cup of milk into the dry mixture while stirring. Mix until a smooth, thick batter forms.
  3. Finely chop 1 cup of onions and fold gently into the batter.
  4. In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of oil over medium heat. Test oil with a bit of batter.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, flatten slightly, and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove fritters using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with ranch dressing, sour cream, or spicy aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best taste and texture. Experiment with onion types for varied sweetness.

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