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Irresistibly Crispy Deep Fried Onion Balls with Cajun Ranch Sauce

Irresistibly Crispy Deep Fried Onion Balls with Zesty Cajun Ranch

Irresistibly Crispy Deep Fried Onion Balls paired with a zesty Cajun Ranch Sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Onion Balls
  • 2 medium Yellow onions finely diced
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust for lower sodium
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder or fresh garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
  • 3/4 cup Milk or plant-based milk
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying
For the Cajun Ranch Sauce
  • 1 cup Ranch dressing high-quality
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • deep fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • thermometer
  • Heavy pot
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a plate lined with paper towels.
  2. Finely dice the yellow onions and pat them dry to remove moisture.
  3. Mix diced onions with flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Gradually stir in milk.
  4. Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter-coated onions into hot oil, frying in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Mix ranch dressing with Cajun seasoning in a bowl, adjusting spice level to preference. Serve with warm onion balls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to maintain the oil temperature for optimal crispiness. Customize spices as desired.

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