What makes batter stick to onion rings?

In traditional onion rings, batter sticks thanks to the moisture on the onion and a proper dredging process flour first, then batter. In this onion ring chips recipe, cheese takes the place of batter. Parmesan melts and grips the onion slices as they bake, forming a crisp, golden shell without needing flour or eggs.

What are the ingredients in onion ring crisps?

Classic onion ring crisps or chips usually contain onions, oil, seasoning, and a crunchy coating made from flour, breadcrumbs, or cheese. In our onion ring chips recipe, we use just two main ingredients: white onions and shredded parmesan cheese. Add a little olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and paprika, and you’ve got a full-flavored, low-carb snack.

Why soak onions in ice water before making onion rings?

Soaking onions in ice water can reduce their sharpness and firm them up before cooking. This step is useful in fried recipes to mellow flavor and help batter adhere better. In our onion ring chips recipe, we skip soaking since the thin slices bake quickly, and the cheese coating forms beautifully without extra prep.

How do you get the coating to stick to onion rings?

The key is using shredded parmesan, which melts and crisps as it bakes. Thinly sliced onions sit on top of a bed of cheese, and a light brushing of olive oil helps everything stick and brown. Letting the chips cool slightly after baking also helps the coating firm up before serving.

Onion Ring Chips Recipe: 2-Ingredient Crunch You’ll Crave Onion Ring Chips Recipe – Easy Low-Carb Crunch You’ll Love

Name: Onion Ring Chips Recipe – Easy Low-Carb Crunch You’ll Love
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 small white onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick rounds; 7 oz shredded parmesan cheese; 1/2 tbs olive oil; Salt, garlic powder, and paprika to taste; Serve with Lazy Tzatziki or sriracha-mayo dip

Description

A simple, low-carb onion ring chips recipe using just two ingredients perfectly crisp, cheesy, and satisfying without the fryer.

Ingredients

2 small white onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick rounds

7 oz shredded parmesan cheese

1/2 tbs olive oil

Salt, garlic powder, and paprika to taste

Serve with Lazy Tzatziki or sriracha-mayo dip

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400℉ and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Sprinkle the pan evenly with shredded parmesan to form a thin layer.

3. Place onion rounds side-by-side on top of the cheese.

4. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil.

5. Season with salt, garlic powder, and paprika.

6. Bake for 18 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbling.

7. Cool for 5–10 minutes before gently breaking chips apart.

8. Serve alone or with your favorite dip.

Notes

Make sure to use parchment paper not foil or wax paper.

Thinner onion slices yield crispier chips.

Try mixing in mozzarella or cheddar for flavor variations.

Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in oven.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Snacks
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 210
Sugar: 0.4g
Sodium: 795mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 0.2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 34mg