CHEESY MOZZARELLA STUFFED ONION RINGS

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🧀 CHEESY MOZZARELLA STUFFED ONION RINGS

📖 Description

Cheesy Mozzarella Stuffed Onion Rings are a crispy, golden-fried appetizer featuring thick onion slices stuffed with melty mozzarella cheese, coated in a seasoned batter, and fried to crunchy perfection. The contrast between the crisp exterior, soft onion, and gooey cheese center makes them irresistible. Perfect for snacks, parties, game nights, or Iftar treats, these onion rings are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.

⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

  • Preparation Time: 20 minutes

  • Chilling Time: 30 minutes

  • Cooking Time: 10–12 minutes

  • Total Time: ~1 hour

🍽️ Servings

4–6 servings (about 18–22 stuffed onion rings)

🛒 Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 2 large onions

  • 150–200g mozzarella cheese (block, sliced into strips)

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 eggs

  • 1½ cups breadcrumbs (panko preferred)

  • ½ cup cornflour (cornstarch)

  • Salt to taste

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp paprika or chili powder

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder (optional)

  • Oil for deep frying

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Onion Rings

  1. Peel onions and slice into thick rings (about 1 cm thick).

  2. Separate rings carefully.

  3. Match similar-sized rings to create pairs (one slightly smaller ring to fit inside a larger one).

Step 2: Stuff with Cheese

  1. Insert mozzarella strips between the two rings.

  2. Press gently to seal.

  3. Freeze for 30 minutes to prevent cheese leakage.

Step 3: Coating Setup

  • Bowl 1: Flour + cornflour + salt + spices

  • Bowl 2: Whisked eggs

  • Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs

Step 4: Coat Onion Rings

  1. Dip stuffed rings into flour mixture.

  2. Dip into egg wash.

  3. Coat well with breadcrumbs.

  4. Repeat egg + breadcrumb coating for extra crispiness.

Step 5: Fry

  1. Heat oil to 170–180°C (medium-hot).

  2. Fry onion rings in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.

  3. Drain on paper towels.

📝 Notes

  • Use low-moisture mozzarella for best melting and minimal leakage.

  • Freeze before frying — very important step.

  • Can be air-fried or baked for a healthier version.

💡 Tips & Variations

  • Add chili flakes or Italian herbs to breadcrumbs for extra flavor.

  • Mix parmesan cheese into breadcrumbs for richer taste.

  • For spicy rings: add hot sauce to egg mixture.

  • Serve with garlic mayo, chili sauce, ranch, or marinara.

🔥 Cooking Methods Alternatives

Air Fryer:

  • Spray lightly with oil

  • Air fry at 190°C for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway

Oven:

  • Bake at 200°C for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway

🥗 Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approx.)

  • Calories: 280 kcal

  • Protein: 10g

  • Carbohydrates: 26g

  • Fat: 15g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Calcium: 18% DV

(Values are estimates and depend on ingredients used)

🌟 Health Benefits

  • Calcium-rich: Supports strong bones & teeth

  • Protein source: Helps muscle repair

  • Energy booster: Good carb + fat combo

  • Onions provide antioxidants & immune support

(Best enjoyed in moderation due to frying)

❓ Q & A Section

Q1: Can I prepare these in advance?

Yes! You can stuff and coat them, then freeze for up to 2 weeks. Fry directly from frozen.

Q2: Why does cheese leak while frying?

Cheese leaks if:

  • Oil isn’t hot enough

  • Rings weren’t frozen

  • Coating is too thin

Double coating and freezing solves this problem.

Q3: Can I use other cheeses?

Yes! You can use:

  • Cheddar

  • Monterey Jack

  • Mozzarella + cheddar mix

Q4: Are these kid-friendly?

Absolutely! Kids love the crispy texture and cheesy filling.

Q5: Can I make them gluten-free?

Yes! Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.

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