Crunchy Chili Onion Rings

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Crunchy Chili Onion Rings
30 min.
4
713kcal

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Looking for a delicious and crunchy appetizer that's both vegetarian and dairy-free? Look no further than these Crunchy Chili Onion Rings! This mouth-watering recipe combines the classic taste of onion rings with a unique twist: crushed corn tortillas for an extra layer of texture and flavor. Perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat, these chili-infused onion rings are a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

Prepared in just 30 minutes and serving four, this dish is ideal for snacking, as an antipasti, or as a starter to your meal. With a total calorie count of 713 kcal, it's a satisfying yet relatively guilt-free treat. The recipe calls for simple, easy-to-find ingredients such as all-purpose flour, chili powder, corn tortillas, dark beer (preferably Mexican), onions, salt, and vegetable oil.

To make these delectable onion rings, you'll need a few basic pieces of equipment, including a bowl, frying pan, baking sheet, paper towels, a kitchen thermometer, aluminum foil, skewers, and a slotted spoon. Once you've gathered your ingredients and tools, simply follow the step-by-step instructions to achieve perfectly crispy, golden-brown onion rings with a hint of spice.

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or looking for a unique addition to your dinner table, these Crunchy Chili Onion Rings are sure to impress your friends and family. So why wait? Give this tasty recipe a try and enjoy a flavorful, vegetarian appetizer that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • cups flour 
  • tablespoons chili powder 
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas 
  • 12 ounce beer dark (preferably Mexican)
  • large onion peeled
  • 4.5 teaspoons salt 
  • servings vegetable oil for deep-frying

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • skewers
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Mix flour, chili powder, and salt in medium bowl.
  2. Pour beer into small bowl. Finely grind tortillas in processor; transfer to deep bowl.
  3. Line large baking sheet with foil.
  4. Cut onions crosswise into 1/2- to 3/4-inch-thick rounds. Separate rounds into rings. Dip 1 onion ring into flour mixture, then beer, flour again and beer again, then add to bowl with ground tortillas and toss to coat. Using wooden skewer, transfer coated ring to sheet of foil. Repeat with remaining onion rings.
  5. Pour oil into heavy large skillet to depth of 1 inch. Rest top of deep-fry thermometer against edge of skillet, submerging bulb end in oil.
  6. Heat oil to 370°F to 380°F. Fry onion rings, 4 at a time until golden brown, maintaining temperature, about 3 minutes per batch. Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain.

Nutrition Facts

Calories713kcal
Protein9.12%
Fat22.97%
Carbs67.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.25
Glycemic Load
69.61
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
25.535217504139%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.32mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
3.76mg
Kaempferol
1.18mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
15.24mg
Gallocatechin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:712.9kcal
35.65%
Fat:17.79g
27.37%
Saturated Fat:2.76g
17.27%
Carbohydrates:118.34g
39.45%
Net Carbohydrates:108.23g
39.36%
Sugar:4.41g
4.9%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:2725.14mg
118.48%
Alcohol:3.32g
100%
Alcohol %:1.18%
100%
Protein:15.89g
31.77%
Vitamin B1:0.86mg
57.2%
Selenium:38.25µg
54.64%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.6%
Folate:195.94µg
48.98%
Fiber:10.11g
40.45%
Phosphorus:391.83mg
39.18%
Vitamin B3:7.69mg
38.46%
Vitamin B2:0.59mg
34.88%
Iron:6.2mg
34.45%
Vitamin K:30.56µg
29.1%
Magnesium:95.42mg
23.85%
Vitamin A:1189.06IU
23.78%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.25%
Vitamin E:2.96mg
19.74%
Copper:0.33mg
16.53%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.29%
Potassium:456.4mg
13.04%
Calcium:112.71mg
11.27%
Vitamin C:5.58mg
6.76%
Vitamin B5:0.66mg
6.58%
Source:Epicurious
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