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Oven Baked Blooming Onion Recipe

Oven Baked Blooming Onion Recipe

Love crispy, golden appetizers? Try this Oven Baked Blooming Onion Recipe! It's healthier than deep-fried versions. You get the same amazing crunch and flavor.
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Course Side Dish

Equipment

  • Large sweet onion (softball size)
  • Large bowl for mixing
  • Sharp knife for cutting
  • Small bowl for egg mixture
  • Parchment paper or aluminum foil
  • Baking sheet with edges
  • Cooking spray for crispiness
  • Pastry brush (optional but helpful)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large sweet onion 2 eggs beaten well
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko works great
  • 1 teaspoon paprika powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray or olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Peel the onion but keep root intact.
  • Cut off the top part carefully.
  • Place onion cut-side down on cutting board.
  • Make vertical cuts from top to bottom.
  • Stop about ½ inch from the root.
  • Turn and make more cuts creating 16 sections.
  • Gently separate the petals like a flower.
  • Mix flour with half the seasonings.
  • Put beaten eggs in another bowl.
  • Combine breadcrumbs with remaining seasonings in third bowl.
  • This setup makes coating much easier.
  • Dust onion with seasoned flour mixture first.
  • Shake off any extra flour gently.
  • Dip entire onion into beaten eggs carefully.
  • Finally, press breadcrumb mixture between all petals.
  • Make sure every part is coated well.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place coated onion on prepared baking sheet.
  • Spray generously with cooking spray all over.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
  • Spray again halfway through for extra crispiness.

Notes

  • Choose sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla.
  • They're milder and taste much better.
  • Make sure your onion is completely dry.
  • Pat it with paper towels before coating.
  • Use panko breadcrumbs for maximum crunchiness.
  • Regular breadcrumbs work but aren't as crispy.
  • Don't skip the cooking spray during baking.
  • It helps achieve that golden, crispy texture.
  • Serve immediately while it's still hot and crispy.
  • The texture changes as it cools down.
  • Make a dipping sauce with mayo and ketchup.
  • Add some paprika and garlic for flavor.
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