Crispy Amish Onion Fritters Delight – Magical 8-Ingredient Snack Recipe
Crispy Amish Onion Fritters Delight is a simple and delicious snack made with thinly sliced onions coated in a light, fluffy batter and fried to golden perfection. With only eight basic ingredients, this recipe produces irresistibly crispy fritters that are perfect for an appetizer, side dish, or snack. The batter is seasoned with baking powder, salt, and pepper, creating a light texture, while frying in vegetable oil ensures a crunchy exterior and tender interior. These fritters are best served fresh and hot for maximum flavor and crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 12 fritters 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Amish
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Wet Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
Main Ingredient
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)
For Frying
- About 2 cups vegetable oil (such as canola or peanut oil; avoid olive oil)
Instructions
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper until well combined and free of lumps.
- Add wet ingredients: Crack the egg into the flour mixture and pour in the milk. Whisk gently until the batter is smooth and the consistency of pancake batter, with just a few small lumps. Avoid overmixing to keep the fritters tender.
- Coat the onions: Add the thinly sliced onions to the batter and stir to coat all pieces evenly. The batter should cling well to the onions without being overly thick or watery. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time if needed to adjust.
- Heat the oil: Pour about 1½ inches of vegetable oil into a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) and heat over medium heat until a pinch of batter sizzles immediately upon contact, approximately 350°F.
- Fry the fritters: Using a tablespoon, carefully drop small mounds of the batter-coated onions into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Flip the fritters when edges turn golden, about 2 minutes per side, until they are crispy and evenly browned.
- Drain and serve: Transfer the cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. While still hot, sprinkle lightly with salt. Serve immediately to enjoy their best crispy texture.
Notes
- Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free 1:1 flour blend and add an extra tablespoon of milk if needed.
- Any dairy or plant-based milk can be used; almond milk adds a nice flavor twist.
- Yellow onions are traditional, but sweet Vidalia onions make a sweeter, milder fritter when in season.
- For a spicy kick, add 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the dry ingredients.
- Use oils with high smoke points like peanut or canola oil; avoid olive oil which has a low smoke point and can burn.
- The batter consistency should resemble pancake batter—if too thick, add milk tablespoon by tablespoon until just right.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying—this helps maintain oil temperature and prevents soggy fritters.
Keywords: onion fritters, Amish recipe, crispy fritters, fried snacks, easy snack recipes, onion snack
