Crispy Oven Onion Rings

Steps

1. 1.

   1.

   Slice and soak** Heat oven to 220 °C (425 °F). Cut onions into 1.5 cm rings. Separate into individual rings. Soak in cold water 10 minutes, then drain and pat very dry.

2. 2.

   Set up coating

   Mix flour with half the salt on a plate. Beat eggs in a bowl. Mix breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, pepper, cayenne, and remaining salt on another plate. Drizzle breadcrumbs with 1 tbsp oil and toss so they toast better.

3. 3.

   Bread the rings

   Dredge each ring in flour, dip in egg, then press into breadcrumbs. Set on an oiled baking tray in a single layer.

4. 4.

   Bake crispy oven onion rings

   Drizzle or brush remaining oil over the tops. Bake 12 minutes, flip carefully, bake 10-12 minutes more until deep golden.

5. 5.

   Check crunch

   If bottoms look pale, give them 2 extra minutes. Serve immediately with ketchup or a yogurt dip.

6. 6.

   Don't stack

   Keep leftovers in a single layer if you must hold them. Stacking softens the coating.