Imagine a golden-brown, crispy patty bursting with sweet, caramelized onion flavor that takes you straight to grandma’s kitchen. These Old-Fashioned Onion Patties are a nostalgic comfort food that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful side dish or snack that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 cup / 120g all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp / 16g cornmeal
- 2 tsp white sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2½ cups / 300g chopped onions (about 1½ large white onions)
- 1 cup / 240ml milk
- ½ cup / 120ml cooking oil (for frying)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the finely chopped onions to the dry ingredient mixture, stirring to coat the onions evenly with the flour mixture.
- Pour in the milk and stir until a thick, lumpy batter forms. The batter should hold together but still have visible onion pieces.
- Heat ¼ inch of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers but doesn’t smoke.
- Using a ¼ cup measuring cup or ice cream scoop, drop batter into the hot oil. Gently flatten each patty with the back of a spatula.
- Fry the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn a deep golden brown and become crispy around the edges.
- Remove the patties with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 patties
- Difficulty: Easy
Nutrition Information (per patty)
- Calories: Approximately 120
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 6g
Serve these crispy onion patties hot as a side dish, appetizer, or unique snack that’s sure to become a family favorite. They’re perfect alongside grilled meats, as a breakfast companion, or enjoyed on their own with a dollop of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce.