Tobacco Onions

crispy fried onions
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegetable oil or as needed

  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper or to taste

  • 1 pinch salt

  • 1 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced into rings

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. Mix flour, cayenne pepper, and salt in a large bowl until combined; add onion slices and toss until well coated.

  3. Shake off any excess coating and lower onion slices, working in batches, carefully into hot oil. Fry until golden and tobacco-colored, about 3 to 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer onion slices onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain and crisp up.

Cook’s Note

To pan fry the tobacco onions: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.

Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

166 Calories
14g Fat
10g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 166
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 34mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 1g 3%
Vitamin C 2mg 3%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 79mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.


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