Mozzarella-Stuffed Onion Rings with Garlic Butter
A delectable dish featuring crispy onion rings filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, enhanced with garlic-infused butter.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
For the Onion Rings
- 2 large large white onions, sliced into thick rings
- 1 block mozzarella cheese, cut into strips
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Garlic Butter
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Gently separate the onion slices into rings, aiming for thicker rings that can hold the cheese.
- Take mozzarella strips and place them between two matching onion rings, pressing them together snugly.
Coating
- Dip each stuffed ring into all-purpose flour, then beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Press each ring firmly to ensure a good coating.
Chilling
- Place the coated onion rings on a baking sheet and freeze for about 30 minutes to firm them up.
Frying
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the onion rings in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels with a slotted spoon.
Making Garlic Butter
- Melt unsalted butter in a small pan over low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Serving
- Generously brush the hot onion rings with garlic butter, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Notes
Monitor oil temperature while frying to avoid burning. Consider double-coating the rings for extra crunch. Variations can include different cheeses or baking instead of frying.