Crispy Mini Bloomin' Onions with Buttermilk Ranch Dip
These crispy mini bloomin' onions are irresistible bite-sized appetizers served with a creamy buttermilk ranch dip, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the onions
- 12 pieces Small onions (like pearl onions or shallots)
- 1 cup Flour
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- Oil Oil for frying Ensure the oil is at 350°F for frying.
For the ranch dip
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dill Fresh or dried.
- 1 tablespoon Chives Chopped.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel the small onions and make a small cross on the bottom of each.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dip the onions in buttermilk, then coat them in the flour mixture.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a deep pot and fry the onions until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
Ranch Dip Preparation
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, dill, chives, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper.
Serving
- Serve the crispy onions warm with the ranch dip on the side.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. To reheat, place them in an oven at 350°F until heated through.