Golden baked onion rings served with a creamy smoky paprika dip, perfect for a light, crunchy snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Onion Rings
01 - 2 large yellow onions, peeled
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - Cooking spray or olive oil spray
→ Smoky Paprika Dip
11 - 1/2 cup sour cream
12 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
13 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
14 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
16 - Salt and black pepper to taste
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
02 - Slice onions into 1/2-inch thick rings. Carefully separate individual rings and set aside.
03 - Prepare three separate bowls: Bowl 1 with flour, salt, and black pepper combined; Bowl 2 with eggs and milk whisked together; Bowl 3 with panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and smoked paprika mixed.
04 - Coat each onion ring in flour mixture, dip into egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to ensure coating adheres.
05 - Place coated onion rings in single layer on prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray tops with cooking spray or olive oil spray.
06 - Bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
07 - While rings bake, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in small bowl. Mix until smooth.
08 - Arrange hot baked onion rings on serving plate. Place smoky paprika dip in small bowl alongside rings.
