Crispy Blooming Onion with Zesty Dipping Sauce

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Blooming Onion with Zesty Dipping Sauce.

1. Step 1

   Begin by assembling all the ingredients needed for your delicious dipping sauce and onion preparation.

2. Step 2

   In a medium bowl, blend together mayonnaise, horseradish sauce, ketchup, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, oregano, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

3. Step 3

   Cover this flavorful concoction and let it chill in the refrigerator until you're ready to indulge.

4. Step 4

   In another bowl, whisk together milk and egg until they are fully combined, setting this aside for later use.

5. Step 5

   Next, create your seasoned flour mixture by combining flour, salt, cayenne pepper, paprika, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and cumin in a separate bowl.

6. Step 6

   Now, let’s prepare the onion: slice off about an inch from both the top and bottom, then peel away the papery skin.

7. Step 7

   Carefully remove a core from the center of the onion, keeping the root intact, and make cuts down the center of the onion, stopping about three-quarters of the way through.

8. Step 8

   Rotate the onion and repeat this process until you have 16 sections, being cautious not to cut through the bottom.

9. Step 9

   Gently spread the onion petals apart; for easier separation, you can briefly plunge the onion into boiling water for one minute, then transfer it to cold water to halt the cooking.

10. Step 10

    Next, dip the onion into the milk mixture, ensuring it is thoroughly coated, and sprinkle the seasoned flour mixture between the petals.

11. Step 11

    Return the onion to the milk mixture for a second coating, then cover it again with the flour mixture to ensure every section is well-dressed.

12. Step 12

    Heat oil in a deep fryer or a deep pot to 350°F (175°C), making sure there’s enough oil to fully submerge the onion.

13. Step 13

    Carefully lower the onion, cut-side up, into the hot oil and fry for about ten minutes, or until it turns a beautiful golden brown.

14. Step 14

    Once cooked, let the onion drain on a rack or paper towels to remove any excess oil.

15. Step 15

    Finally, open the center of the onion wide enough to fit a bowl of your prepared dipping sauce, and serve this mouthwatering creation immediately for a delightful experience.

16. Step 16

    Enjoy the crispy, flavorful layers that are sure to impress!.