The Awesome Blossom is a fun, crispy, and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for sharing! It’s a popular dish often found at chain restaurants, but you can easily make it at home. Imagine a large onion that’s battered, fried to golden perfection, and served with a creamy dipping sauce. Here’s how you can make this delightful dish:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6 (as an appetizer)
Ingredients:
For the Onion:
- 1 large sweet onion (like Vidalia)
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for a little heat)
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a splash of vinegar)
- 1 large egg
- Vegetable oil, for frying (enough to submerge the onion)
For the Dipping Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish (optional, for extra tang)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- A pinch of salt and pepper