Delightful Amish Onion Fritters
These delightful Amish onion fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a perfect snack or appetizer. Enjoy them hot with a garnish of fresh parsley.
Ingredients
- 2 large onions finely chopped
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup cornmeal
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
- Sprinkle chopped onions with salt and let rest for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Squeeze out excess liquid from the onions.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk and eggs until blended.
- Combine the egg mixture with the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
- Fold in the drained onions and cornmeal until evenly distributed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to about ½ inch deep over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, frying until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove fritters and drain on paper towels.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Serve with a dipping sauce for added flavor.