European
Germany - Side Dishes
Röstzwiebeln (Knusprige Schmelzzwiebeln)
Chef's Menu Description
Golden crispy German fried onions: thinly sliced onions lightly dusted in seasoned flour and fried in butter until deep amber and intensely savory.
Ingredients
- • 3 large yellow onions, sliced into thin rings
- • 2 tbsp plain flour, 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
- • 40g butter and 2 tbsp sunflower oil, fine sea salt
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Toss sliced onion rings with flour, paprika, and a pinch of salt in a bowl, shaking off excess flour in a colander.
2
Phase 2
Melt butter with oil in a wide frying pan over medium heat.
3
Phase 3
Add onions and fry gently for 12-15 minutes, stirring frequently so they caramelize and crisp evenly without scorching.
4
Phase 4
Lift with a slotted spoon onto paper towels to drain and turn wonderfully crunchy. Perfect on Käsespätzle and steaks.