Cheesy Onion Mozzarella Rings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main
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2 large onions, peeled and sliced into thick rings
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200 g mozzarella cheese block, cut into strips
→ Coating
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120 g all-purpose flour (1 cup)
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2 large eggs, beaten
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90 g panko breadcrumbs (1 ½ cups)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Frying
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Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
# Instructions:
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Slice onions into thick rings, then separate and pair similar-sized rings to form double rings with space between.
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Insert a mozzarella strip between each set of paired onion rings, pressing gently to ensure cheese is enclosed within the rings.
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Arrange three separate bowls: bowl one with flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; bowl two with beaten eggs; bowl three with panko breadcrumbs.
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Carefully dip each stuffed ring into seasoned flour, then coat in beaten egg, followed by breadcrumbs. For an extra crunchy texture, dip again in egg and breadcrumbs to double-coat.
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Transfer breaded rings to a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 30 minutes to help prevent cheese from leaking during frying.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan to 180°C. Working in batches, fry the rings for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Do not overcrowd the pan.
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Remove fried rings with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel-lined plate. Serve immediately with preferred dipping sauces.
# Notes:
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Chilling the stuffed rings before frying is essential to maintain their shape and prevent cheese from melting out.
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For extra crunch, opt for panko-style breadcrumbs over traditional varieties.
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Add a pinch of chili flakes to the breadcrumb mixture for a spicy variation.