Is the blooming onion healthy?

A blooming onion—especially in bite-sized fried form—is definitely more comfort food than health food. These awesome blossom onion bites are fried and served with a creamy dip, so they’re meant for indulgent moments, not everyday meals. That said, pairing them with something fresh like a Dense Bean Salad can help balance things out.

What is a blooming onion slang?

In slang or casual conversation, “blooming onion” often refers to that dramatic, flower-shaped fried onion appetizer you see at restaurants. It’s become a fun way to refer to anything over-the-top or crave-worthy—just like these onion blossom bites, which offer that same bold flavor without the restaurant fuss.

Can you eat a blooming onion?

Absolutely! That’s the whole point. Whether it's the full version or these bite-sized blossom onion bites, they're totally edible—and delicious. Just make sure they’re cooked until golden and crispy, and always serve them hot with a good dipping sauce.

Is it awesome blossom or blooming onion?

Both terms are used to describe that popular fried onion appetizer. “Awesome Blossom” was a branded name used by some restaurants, while “blooming onion” is the general version. Here, we’ve created an awesome blossom onion bites recipe that brings all that flavor into a faster, snackable form.

Awesome Blossom Onion Bites – 1 Crispy, Irresistible Snack Recipe

Name: Awesome Blossom Onion Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/3 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 2 teaspoons horseradish; 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste; 2 cups diced onions; 1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon cornmeal; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup milk; 2 cups vegetable oil, or as needed for frying

Description

These awesome blossom onion bites are golden, crispy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for parties, snacks, or winding down after a long day.

Ingredients

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1/3 cup sour cream

2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 tablespoon ketchup

2 teaspoons horseradish

1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste

2 cups diced onions

1 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 pinch cayenne pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon cornmeal

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 cup milk

2 cups vegetable oil, or as needed for frying

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Instructions

1. Stir together sour cream, mayonnaise, ketchup, and horseradish for the sauce. Chill until needed.

2. Optional: Salt diced onions with 1 1/2 tsp salt, let stand 15 minutes. Rinse and drain.

3. Add remaining salt, pepper, cayenne, garlic powder, cornmeal, flour, and baking powder to onions. Mix well.

4. Pour in milk and stir until a thick batter forms. Let sit 5–10 minutes.

5. Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet to 350°F.

6. Drop batter by spoonfuls and fry 3 minutes per side until golden.

7. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with dipping sauce.

Notes

Serve hot with chilled sauce. Reheat in the oven to keep them crispy. For a lighter version, try air frying spoon-sized dollops at 375°F.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4-6 bites
Calories: 280
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 360mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg