Description
Crispy, golden, and bursting with sweet-savory onion flavor, these Amish Onion Fritters are the ultimate comfort snack or side dish. Made with pantry staples and a humble handful of ingredients, this easy recipe is perfect for those looking for a quick breakfast idea, a savory snack, or something tasty to serve alongside dinner. Whether you dip them in ranch or pair them with a fresh salad, they deliver big flavor with minimal effort — making them one of the best easy recipes for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups yellow onions, finely chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¾ cup milk
1 egg
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
1. Peel and finely chop the onions into small pieces.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the egg and milk to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Fold in the chopped onions until evenly distributed in the batter.
5. Heat about ½ inch of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
6. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and flatten slightly.
7. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
8. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Use finely chopped onions to ensure even cooking.
Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying — it keeps the fritters crispy.
Taste one fritter early to adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Amish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: easy recipe, onion fritters, quick snack, comfort food, side dish