Onion Petals | Fresh | 1kg 🥕🥒🌱
Onion Petals Description 🧅🌼
Onion petals are large, petal-like slices of onion created by cutting an onion into wedges and separating the layers. 🧅🔪 This cut provides a hearty, substantial piece of onion perfect for roasting, frying, or adding to various dishes for a burst of flavor and texture. Onion petals offer a delightful blend of sweetness and sharpness, becoming tender and caramelized when cooked. 🍲🥗
These versatile slices are ideal for creating visually appealing dishes and can be used in appetizers, sides, and even main courses. 🧅🌟 Whether you're roasting them to perfection or frying them for a crispy treat, onion petals are a flavorful addition to your culinary creations. 🌈🍽️
Recipe Ideas Featuring Onion Petals 🧅🍽️
1. Crispy Fried Onion Petals 🧅🍟
Ingredients:
- 2 large yellow onions, cut into petals 🧅
- 1 cup buttermilk 🥛
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 🍚
- 1 tsp paprika 🌶️
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder 🧄
- 1/2 tsp onion powder 🧅
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Vegetable oil for frying 🥥
- Ranch or your favorite dipping sauce 🥣
Instructions:
- Soak onion petals in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes. 🥛🧅
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. 🍚🌶️🧄🧅🧂
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C). 🔥
- Dredge the soaked onion petals in the flour mixture, coating well. 🧅🍚
- Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. 🍟✨
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with dipping sauce. 🧅🍽️
2. Roasted Onion Petals with Balsamic Glaze 🧅🍇
Ingredients:
- 2 large yellow onions, cut into petals 🧅
- 3 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 🍇
- 1 tbsp honey 🍯
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Fresh thyme for garnish 🌿
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 🔥
- In a large bowl, toss onion petals with olive oil, salt, and pepper. 🫒🧅🧂
- Spread the onion petals on a baking sheet in a single layer. 🍽️
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the onions are tender and caramelized. 🧅✨
- In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. 🍇🍯
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the roasted onion petals. 🌼✨
- Garnish with fresh thyme before serving. 🌿
3. Grilled Onion Petals and Vegetable Skewers 🍢
Ingredients:
- 2 large yellow onions, cut into petals 🧅
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks 🌶️
- 1 zucchini, sliced 🥒
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes 🍅
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Fresh rosemary for garnish 🌿
- Skewers 🍢
Instructions:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. 🔥
- In a large bowl, combine onion petals, bell pepper chunks, zucchini slices, and cherry tomatoes. 🧅🌶️🥒🍅
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. 🫒🍋🧂
- Thread the vegetables onto skewers. 🍢✨
- Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are tender and slightly charred. 🍢🔥
- Garnish with fresh rosemary before serving. 🌿
Enjoy these delicious and versatile recipes featuring onion petals! 🧅✨