Description
Enjoy a crispy and flavorful keto-friendly snack with these Viral Onion Ring Chips made from thinly sliced yellow onions, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a blend of savory spices. Baked to golden perfection, these chips are a guilt-free, low-carb alternative that pairs wonderfully with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
Vegetables
- 2 medium Yellow Onions, sliced thinly (about ⅙ inch thick)
Oils & Spices
- 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil (can substitute with olive oil)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or substitute with onion powder)
- 1 teaspoon Seasoning Salt (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
- Herbs & Spices Preparation: Gather and measure all spices including paprika, sea salt, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and black pepper for seasoning the onion rings effectively.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large baking pan by lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even baking.
- Prepare Parmesan Base: Evenly spread the freshly grated Parmesan cheese in a thin, uniform layer over the parchment-lined baking sheet to act as the base of the chips.
- Slice and Arrange Onions: Thinly slice the yellow onions to about 1/6 inch thickness and arrange them in a single, non-overlapping layer on top of the Parmesan cheese on the baking sheet.
- Brush with Oil: Generously brush the onion slices with avocado oil, making sure each piece is well coated to achieve even browning and enhance the flavor.
- Season the Onions: Sprinkle paprika, coarse sea salt, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and ground black pepper evenly over the oiled onion slices to infuse them with savory flavors.
- Bake the Chips: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. Monitor closely as baking time may vary, and remove the chips once they turn a golden brown and become crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the chips to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes to firm up before breaking them into chip-sized pieces. Serve fresh with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, serve these onion ring chips with a zesty or creamy dipping sauce like ranch, aioli, or a spicy mayo.
- Best enjoyed fresh for optimal crispness but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days without losing texture.
- Adjust seasoning quantities to suit your taste preferences or dietary restrictions, especially salt.
- If Parmesan is not available, a similar hard cheese can be used, but Parmesan is recommended for best results.
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