Here’s a delicious recipe for Mozzarella-Stuffed Onion Rings with Garlic Butter—crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and loaded with savory flavor:
🧅 Mozzarella-Stuffed Onion Rings with Garlic Butter
📝 Ingredients:
For the Onion Rings:
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2 large yellow or white onions
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8 oz (225 g) mozzarella cheese block (cut into thick strips)
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1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs (panko preferred for extra crunch)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Garlic Butter:
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp chopped parsley (fresh or dried)
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Pinch of salt
🔪 Instructions:
1. Prep the Onion Rings
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Peel the onions and slice them into thick rings (~1/2 inch).
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Separate the rings and pair large outer rings with slightly smaller inner rings, leaving a gap between them.
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Stuff the gap between each pair with a strip of mozzarella. Press gently so the cheese fits snugly. Freeze for 30–45 minutes until firm.
2. Prepare Dredging Station
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Set up three bowls:
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Bowl 1: flour (season with salt, pepper, paprika)
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Bowl 2: beaten eggs
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Bowl 3: breadcrumbs
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3. Coat the Rings
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Dip each frozen, stuffed onion ring in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
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For extra crispiness, double-dip: back into egg, then breadcrumbs again.
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Freeze again for 10–15 minutes before frying (helps maintain shape and prevents cheese leakage).
4. Fry the Onion Rings
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Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry the rings in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
5. Make the Garlic Butter
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In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
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Stir in parsley and a pinch of salt. Remove from heat.
6. Serve
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Drizzle the hot garlic butter over the fried mozzarella onion rings.
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Serve with marinara, ranch, or aioli for dipping.
🔁 Tips:
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Use panko for a crispier texture.
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Add chili flakes to the garlic butter for a spicy kick.
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Air fryer version? Spray coated rings with oil and cook at 400°F (200°C) for ~8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.