Description
Crispy onion rings stuffed with gooey mozzarella, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, and fried to golden perfection. A crowd-pleasing appetizer with a cheesy twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large yellow onions, peeled
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese block (not shredded)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko for extra crunch)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- Marinara sauce (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Slice onions into 1/2-inch thick rounds and separate layers. Pair similar-sized rings to create stuffing pairs.
- Cut mozzarella into strips that fit snugly between each ring pair. Insert a smaller ring into a larger one and stuff cheese between.
- Place stuffed rings on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 1 hour.
- Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Dredge each frozen ring in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. For extra crispiness, dip again in egg and breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry rings in batches for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Do not overcrowd.
- Drain on paper towels. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately with marinara sauce if desired.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a crunchier texture.
- Freezing helps prevent cheese leakage during frying.
- Try different cheeses like pepper jack or cheddar for variations.
- Double-coating improves the crispiness and prevents blowouts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: cheesy onion rings, stuffed onion rings, mozzarella appetizer, fried onion rings