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Oven Baked Onion Rings with Cumin Dipping Sauce

These Oven Baked Onion Rings are crispy and delicious! Enjoy them with a creamy cumin dipping sauce for a snack everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large yellow onion Peeled and cut into 1/2 inch thick rounds.
  • 1/2 cup unbleached all-purpose flour This will help create a light coating.
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika Adds a touch of warmth and color.
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground pepper A hint of spice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Depth of flavor with a hint of earthiness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander Complements the cumin beautifully.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a rich and creamy dipping sauce.
  • 1/2 teaspoon corn starch Helps thicken your sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Adds creaminess to the dip.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream For a tangy flavor in the sauce.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander An extra touch for the dipping sauce.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin More flavor for the dipping sauce.
  • 1 splash Tabasco For a kick of heat.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens up the sauce.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) for a perfect golden-brown crust.
  2. Step 2: Slice the onion into 1/2 inch thick rounds and separate the rings.
  3. Step 3: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, paprika, salt, pepper, cumin, and coriander to make the flour coating.
  4. Step 4: Dredge each onion ring in the flour mixture, shake off excess, and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crispy.
  6. Step 6: In a separate bowl, combine heavy cream, corn starch, mayonnaise, sour cream, coriander, cumin, Tabasco, and lemon juice for the dipping sauce.
  7. Step 7: Serve warm with the cumin dipping sauce and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra crunch, don't overcrowd the baking sheet.
  • Make the dipping sauce a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
  • Leftover onion rings can be stored in the fridge and reheated in the oven.