Description

Amish Onion Fritters are crispy, golden fried onion cakes made with a simple batter of flour, cornmeal, and sweet onions. These savory appetizers are easy to prepare, featuring a perfect balance of mild sweetness from Vidalia onions and a lightly seasoned batter, making them an irresistible treat whether served plain or with your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Wet Ingredients & Onion

1/2 cup whole milk
1 large egg
2 1/2 cups finely chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia)

For Frying

Vegetable oil (about 1/2 inch depth)

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Instructions

Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined. In a separate bowl, beat together the milk and egg until smooth. Gradually stir the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients to form a thick and cohesive batter.
Fold in onions: Gently fold the finely chopped sweet onions into the batter, ensuring that the onions are evenly coated without overmixing, which helps maintain the fritters’ texture.
Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pan to a depth of about 1/2 inch. Heat the oil over medium heat until it shimmers and reaches approximately 350°F, indicating it’s ready for frying.
Fry the fritters: Using heaping tablespoons, carefully drop portions of the batter into the hot oil. Slightly flatten each mound with the back of the spoon to form compact fritters. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the fritters turn golden brown and crisp.
Drain and serve: Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve them hot, either plain or accompanied by your choice of dipping sauce for added flavor.

Notes

For crispier fritters, allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes before frying to improve texture.
Sweet onions like Vidalia are recommended for their mild and sweet flavor, which complements the fritters perfectly.
These fritters are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in the oven for a crispy finish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American