Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Varies, approximately 12-15 fritters
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: Amish
Diet: Not specified
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1-2 teaspoons salt (adjust to taste)
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 1/2 cups chopped onions
- Oil for frying
Directions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 tablespoon cornmeal, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1-2 teaspoons of salt (adjust to your taste).
- Add 3/4 cup of milk to the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms.
- Mix in 2 1/2 cups of chopped onions, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- In a skillet, heat about 1/2 inch of oil over medium-high heat until it’s hot and shimmering.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon. Fry until the fritters are golden brown and crisp on both sides.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the fritters from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the Amish Onion Fritters while they are still warm.
Description:
These Amish Onion Fritters are a quick and easy treat that’s perfect for appetizers or snacks. They closely resemble the delicious taste of fried onion rings and are best served with your favorite dipping sauce like ketchup, salsa, or ranch dressing.
You can easily adjust the recipe to make more if you’re serving a large crowd, and these fritters can be reheated and stored in the refrigerator for several days. Enjoy the light and crisp batter that makes these fritters so irresistible!