Applebee S Onion Peels Recipe

Recreate the magic of Applebee's crispy onion rings at home! This Top Secret Recipes-inspired recipe delivers perfectly golden, crunchy onion rings with a flavorful, savory coating. Get ready for a delicious appetizer or side dish that will impress your family and friends. Easy to follow instructions and readily available ingredients make this recipe a must-try.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 266.2 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 3.7 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Applebee S Onion Peels

  • Mayonnaise
  • Prepared Horseradish
  • White Distilled Vinegar
  • Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Ketchup
  • Black Pepper
  • Dried Oregano
  • Cayenne
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Onion Powder
  • Shortening
  • White Onion
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Progresso Plain Bread Crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Milk

How to Make Applebee S Onion Peels

  1. Peel and slice one large yellow onion into 1/2-inch thick rings. Separate the rings.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
  3. In a separate shallow dish, whisk together 1 cup buttermilk.
  4. Dip each onion ring in the buttermilk, ensuring it's fully coated.
  5. Dredge each buttermilk-coated onion ring in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres.
  6. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 375°F (190°C).
  7. Carefully place the onion rings in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches if necessary.
  8. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Remove the onion rings from the oil and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  10. Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

18g

Carbs

10g