Beer-Battered Onion Rings

from 187 votes

Up your snack and side dish game with a crowd-friendly recipe for hot, crispy Beer-Battered Onion Rings.

A plate of fried onion rings with beer and ketchup in the background

Nothing beats the winter blues quite like a hot tub … of bubbling oil. Your Super Bowl menu has likely taken shape at this point (don’t forget the Nutella Chocolate Football Truffles!), but for all those looking to add a hot, crunchy, salty snack to the lineup, look no further than homemade Beer-Battered Onion Rings.

Glass bowls containing spices, flour and sliced onions

These circuitous golden brown beauties are an easy treat, starring a pale ale beer batter and thick slices of sweet onion. The carbonation in the beer leads to the lightest, crispiest breading, while a touch of paprika provides a deep golden hue. (Pro Tip: Not a beer fan? Sub in any other carbonated beverage, including ginger ale, club soda or your favorite soft drink!)

A glass bowl containing flour and spices with a beer being poured in

After a quick soak in the stovetop jacuzzi, they’re seasoned and served hot with your choice of dipping sauces.

A Dutch oven filled with oil and onions frying

Opt for a side of homemade spicy ketchup to keep your taste buds on their toes. Then sit back and tune in to the tube as you wash them down with (another) cold one. Now you can have your beer, and eat it, too.

A plate of onion rings with Ranch dressing, ketchup and beer in the background

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Appetizer

Beer-Battered Onion Rings

Up your snack and side dish game with a crowd-friendly recipe for hot, crispy Beer-Battered Onion Rings.
Author: Kelly Senyei
4.90 from 187 votes
A plate of onion rings with Ranch dressing, ketchup and beer in the background
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups (12 ounces) pale ale beer (See Kelly's Notes)
  • 2 large yellow or Vidalia onions
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Spicy ketchup, for dipping (optional)

Instructions 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of flour with the paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Whisk in the beer until the mixture is well combined. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  • While the batter rests, cut the tip off of the stem side of the onions then remove the peel. Slice the onions horizontally into 1/2-inch-thick rings and toss them with the remaining ½ cup of flour.
  • Add the vegetable oil to a large, heavy-bottomed pot (Dutch oven) to a depth of 2 inches and heat it over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer reaches 375°F.
  • Working in batches, dip the onion rings into the prepared batter, shaking off any excess, then immediately drop them into the hot oil. Be careful not to overcrowd the pot. Allow the onions to cook in the oil, flipping them once to guarantee even browning, for a total of about 3 minutes. Remove the onions with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate. Immediately season them with salt. Repeat the coating and frying process, returning the oil to 375°F between batches, with the remaining onions.

Kelly's Notes:

  • When measuring beer, don't include the foamy head in your measurement. Pour it down the side of the liquid measuring cup (to minimize the head), and then measure the liquid part only.
  • Not a beer fan? Sub in any other carbonated beverage, including ginger ale, club soda or your favorite soft drink.
  • Shake off as much of the excess batter as possible when coating the onion rings in order to get the best ratio of onion to batter.
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Nutrition

Calories: 156kcal, Carbohydrates: 31g, Protein: 4g, Sodium: 590mg, Potassium: 157mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 245IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 1.8mg

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  1. Michael Churchill says:

    5 stars
    Kelly! These were perfect for our Super Bowl party. With a light, crispy and tasty coating, they left us craving for more, A LOT MORE!! I try to read over reviews before making a new recipe and one reviewer said he used cornstarch instead of flour to coat the onions before dipping into the batter. We did the same. It was a great suggestion. We’ll try flour the next time which will probably be tomorrow because they are so darn good!! We thought this batter would be perfect for fish and chips or chicken fingers too. Thanks for such a great recipe. It made our party a hit.

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      So glad you enjoyed it!

  2. Sandra Kraft says:

    5 stars
    Perfect every time. Beer is the best of all options

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      So glad you enjoyed it, Sandra!

  3. Jay Templar says:

    Would it possible to air fry them or no?

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Hi Jay! I have a Crispy Baked Onion Rings recipe (made in the oven or an air fryer), which you can find by searching for “onion rings” in the search bar. Enjoy!

  4. Diane says:

    They were better than most restaurant onion rings I’ve tried! Easy recipe! Thank you so much..

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      So glad you enjoyed them, Diane!

      1. Kim Keene says:

        5 stars
        My husband loved them. Said they were the best he ever had..

  5. N/A says:

    5 stars
    Best onion rings I’ve ever made or eaten! These are amazing!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      So glad you’re enjoying it!

  6. Sam Corley says:

    5 stars
    I made this recipe and I substituted root beer for the beer. It turned out so well. I really like this recipe and it is super easy!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      So glad you enjoyed it, Sam!

  7. Ludmilla says:

    5 stars
    Einfach fantastisch! Das ist das beste Rezept für Zwiebelringe! Merci!

  8. Arthur says:

    5 stars
    Best I ever made thumbs up

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Thrilled to read this, Arthur!

      1. Greg Wright says:

        5 stars
        First time I made them and they were Awesome!!! Will keep this recipe for future use.. Would be willing there bush the batter for other things also like Fish and chips..

      2. Kelly Senyei says:

        So glad you enjoyed the recipe!

      3. Greg Wright says:

        5 stars
        First time I made them and they were Awesome!!! Will keep this recipe for future use.. Would be willing to use the batter for other things also like Fish and chips..

      4. Kelly Senyei says:

        So glad you enjoyed the recipe, Greg!

  9. Scott says:

    5 stars
    Without a doubt the most delicious onion rings I’ve ever made!
    Perfect consistency for the batter; every detail of the recipe is flawless! Make these!!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Love reading this, Scott!

  10. Evan says:

    5 stars
    Came out great!!! Really easy to make and were really crispy!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      Love reading this, Evan!

  11. Ray C. Eier says:

    5 stars
    This is absolutely the best beer battered recipe for onion rings! Look nowhere else!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Ray!

  12. mish mish says:

    highlight of our onion nite

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe!

  13. Mitzi says:

    5 stars
    Fantastic! I make this recipe all the time for my family when we do app night! The batter fries up so nice and crispy. Best recipe I’ve found.

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Mitzi!

  14. Marcia Hansen says:

    5 stars
    Made these onion rings for Super Bowl they were great!!

    1. Kelly Senyei says:

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Marcia!

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