Delicious and Crunchy Flowering Vidalia Onion Recipe

This flowering Vidalia onion recipe is a perfect combination of crispiness and deliciousness. By cutting the onion in a specific way and deep frying it, you create a beautiful flower-like shape. The sweet and mild flavor of Vidalia onions makes this recipe a crowd pleaser. Serve it as an appetizer or as a side dish, and watch it disappear within minutes. With a preparing time of 20 minutes, you'll have a fantastic dish to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 large Vidalia onions
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Oil for deep frying

Directions

1. Peel the onions and trim the ends. Slice off a 1/2 inch from the top and bottom of each onion.
2. Place the onion upright on the flat side and make a downward cut about 1/4 inch from the center, going only about 3/4 of the way down.
3. Rotate the onion 90 degrees and make another cut next to the first one.
4. Repeat the process until you have made 8 cuts around the onion, forming petals.
5. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
6. Dip each onion in buttermilk and then coat it with the flour mixture, making sure to get the crumbs inside the petals.
7. Fill a large pot or deep fryer with oil and heat it to 350°F (175°C).
8. Carefully place the coated onions, one at a time, into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
9. Remove the onions from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.
10. Serve the flowering Vidalia onions hot as an appetizer or side dish. They are best enjoyed when dipped in your favorite sauce.

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