Crispy vegan onion rings made without eggs or dairy. Moreover, they are easy to prepare and perfect as a snack, side, or party food.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need (Serves 4)
- 2 large onions, sliced into rings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs or panko
- Oil for frying or baking
🔪 Preparing the Onion Rings
First, peel the onions and slice them into thick rings.
Then, separate the rings gently and set aside.
Next, pat them dry to help the batter stick better.
🍳 How to Make Vegan Onion Rings
Making the Batter
To begin, whisk flour, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Then, slowly add plant-based milk while whisking until smooth.
Coating the Rings
Afterward, dip each onion ring into the batter.
Next, coat it evenly with breadcrumbs.
Cooking
Finally, fry in hot oil until golden and crispy, or bake at 220°C (425°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.
⭐ Tips for Extra Crispiness
- Firstly, use cold plant-based milk for a crunchier coating.
- Additionally, avoid overcrowding the pan when frying.
- Moreover, double-coat rings for extra crunch.
- Finally, serve immediately for best texture.
🔄 Variations to Try
- Spicy Onion Rings: Add cayenne or chili powder
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs
- Air-Fryer: Cook at 200°C (390°F) for 12–15 minutes
- Beer-Battered: Replace milk with vegan beer
- Herbed Crust: Add dried herbs to breadcrumbs
💚 Health Benefits
Onions are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, which support immunity.
Moreover, baking or air-frying reduces oil content.
Because this recipe is vegan and cholesterol-free, it’s a lighter option.
As a result, you enjoy a crispy snack with fewer downsides.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Use mild seasoning and skip spices
- Cut onions into thicker rings
- Serve with ketchup or vegan mayo
- Bake instead of fry for lighter texture
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
