After exploring onions’ rich history, let’s dive into their culinary uses. Onions are incredibly versatile, serving as a vegetable, herb, and spice all in one. They’re low in calories, rich in fiber, and packed with flavor and medicinal properties.
The “blooming onion” is a popular onion dish featuring a large onion cut into a flower-like shape. Originating in America, it was initially known as “onion mum” in 1946 and later evolved into the “blooming onion” as we know today. It was invented by Jeff Glowski in 1985 in New Orleans.
Let’s give it a try and explore its deliciousness!
Blooming Onion
Instead of traditional all-purpose flour, I’m also using urad dal batter (white lentil) for a unique twist, inspired by Dalonthetable’s innovative approach. The result? A crispy, uniquely textured Blooming onion that’s a sure to delight! Give it a try and enjoy the flavorful twist!
You need:
1 large onion
50 gm urad dal (white lentil)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (maida)
1 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp paprika powder
Salt to taste
Refined oil for frying
Method:
- Wash and soak urad dal in water for 4 hours or overnight.
- Drain and grind into a fine paste with water.
3. Mix the dal paste with water to achieve a pancake-like consistency.
4. Add pepper, paprika, and salt to taste and keep it aside.
5. Wash, peel, and cut off the top of the onion, leaving the root end intact.
6. Place the root side of the onion on a small bottle cap to prevent cutting through the onion.
7. Cut the onion vertically into halves, quarters, and then eighths, creating petal-like sections.
8. Soak the onion in cold water with ½ tsp of salt for 30 minutes in the fridge.
9. Take the onion out of the cold water and separate the onion sections gently.
10. Mix flour, 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/4 tsp paprika and salt to taste in a bowl.
11. Coat the onion evenly, getting between the petals then set aside to dry for 15-20 minutes.
12. Heat oil to medium heat and maintain the temperature.
13. Dip the flour-coated onion in the urad dal batter and make sure each section is brushed with the batter.
14. Fry the onion in medium-hot oil for 3-4 minutes, tuning it occasionally, until golden brown.
15. Remove and drain on kitchen paper.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy your crispy Blooming Onion!
Happy cooking!
Coming up next ………. Onion Ring
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Dal On The Table 
awesome!
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Thank you Meeta.
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Beyond words! Just amazing…always wonder what will the next and you come up with such beautiful and innovative ideas…creativity at its best!
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Thank you so much Lita! I’m thrilled you’re enjoying the ideas and creativity! I’m always excited to come up with new and innovative concepts, and it’s wonderful to share them with people like you who appreciate them. Your kind words mean a lot!
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Wow, this looks too good. Yum. I’ll ask Ma to make for us 🙂
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😊👌 It is delicious Radhika! Ma is on her way… 🥗 Enjoy
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Wow this is amazing !!!!
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Thank you Vrutika.
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Thank you very much Vrutika. I somehow missed your comment. Please do keep in touch.
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Loved this post! The way you explained the steps makes it look so easy to try at home. Definitely adding this to my weekend snack list!
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😊I am glad you liked the post, Protima ! I’m happy you’re excited to try it out at home. Let me know how it turns out and if you have any questions or need any variations! Have a fantastic weekend snacking!
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wow!!!!!! So creative you are!
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Thank you so much Kumi.
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Your step-by-step guide made it feel so doable & inviting😍
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