Description
Amish Onion Fritters are a crispy, golden snack or side dish inspired by traditional Amish cooking. Made with onions, cornmeal, and buttermilk, these savory fritters are full of rustic flavor and easy to customize. Perfect for any occasion, they’re a simple yet satisfying comfort food.
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine thinly sliced onions with a pinch of salt. Let sit for 10 minutes, then drain excess moisture.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk and egg. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold drained onions into the batter.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil, fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Remove fritters with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For a cheesy version, add 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Parmesan to the batter.
- For spice, mix in 1 finely chopped jalapeño or 1/4 tsp cayenne.
- Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- Vegan? Substitute egg with 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water, and use plant-based milk.
- Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F for 10 minutes to maintain crispiness.
