Blooming Onion Crunch Bites (Print-Friendly Version)
Crispy, golden sweet onion bites with a tangy herb dip - perfect finger food for parties and game day gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Onion Base
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3 small sweet onions (like Vidalia)
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2 cups buttermilk
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp ground cumin
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1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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1 tsp baking powder
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2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
→ Creamy Herb Dip
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup sour cream
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2 tbsp buttermilk
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1 tbsp fresh chopped chives
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1 tsp dried dill
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
# How to Make It:
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Peel onions and slice into quarters without cutting all the way through the root to keep them blooming. Soak in cold water for 10 minutes to help them open.
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In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, cumin, and cayenne. Soak onions for 1 hour.
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In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and oregano until well combined.
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Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
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Remove onions from buttermilk, dredge in flour mixture, ensuring every petal is coated. Dip back in buttermilk, then flour again for extra crispiness.
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Fry onions in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
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Mix all dip ingredients until smooth. Chill before serving with the onions.
# Additional Tips:
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Crispy, golden, and made to share—these little blooming bites are pure flavor bombs.