Cupcakes and Cashmere

Old Fashioned Onion Rings

May 20th, 2010



The name “onion ring” is truly deceptive.  It makes you feel like you’re simply eating a little sliver of onion and not much else.  Definitely not the case.  Last night for the Lakers game, I surprised my boyfriend with a batch of old fashioned onion rings (recipe here).  I had never fried anything before and promptly changed into an outfit that more closely resembled a bee keeper since I imagined hot oil splashing all over my arms (again, not the case).  They made for a fun and indulgent appetizer and had I been able to stop myself from eating so many, I’d make them again for the next game.

P.S. Click here to enter your favorite recipe at Beso for a chance to win a KitchenAid Mixer!

Advertisement

  • http://noyoudonotknowme.blogspot.com/ Signe

    It looks really good! You’re making me hungry ;P

  • http://kimberlyloc.com kimberlyloc

    yum! i love making onion rings…haven’t done it in quite a while. thanks for the reminder of how delicious these fried treats are :)

    http://www.kimberlyloc.com/

  • http://keepcalmandcarryonblog.com Bessie

    AH those look delicious…and you are officially the world’s best girlfriend :)

  • http://nikymarie.blogspot.com Nicole Marie

    oh my gosh you have no idea how obsessed i am with onion rings and french fries. like to a disgusting level. this is perfect. have to try it.

  • http://foodandus.wordpress.com jessica rodgers

    Those onion rings look like they have some good crunch!

  • Pingback: Plus Size Prom Dresses That Makes You Look and Feel Glamorous | girls games

  • http://piecesofcarly.blogspot.com/ Carly

    these look so good!

  • http://delightfulbitefuls.blogspot.com/ Mary

    YUM! Those look so great! I’ll have to try those!

    xxMK
    Delightful Bitefuls

  • http://www.mo-pieplease.blogspot.com Meagan

    Wow, your boyfriend is one lucky man!

  • http://love-decoded.blogspot.com klee

    YUMS!

  • http://www.cheetahisthenewblack.com Alicia

    oh my gosh your boyfriend is spoiled!! yumm and great idea!

  • http://www.fashionsnag.com Fashion Snag

    These look so good!

    http://www.fashionsnag.com

  • http://lemondroplove.com/ Jennifer

    These are dangerous! I love onion rings and these look perfectly coated and crispy :)

  • http://www.hellopretty.net Hello Pretty

    Yummy! I love them & I make the low-cal version all the time. I’m sure they aren’t as good as yours, but I can eat a sh*t ton & not consume a lot of calories.
    http://www.hellopretty.net

  • http://www.melissabxoxo.blogspot.com Melissa

    OK, I’m now officially hungry!!! Those look delicious! xoxo

  • http://sprinklesinsprings.blogspot.com/ Kara

    Yum! Those look so good… I might have to try them. I love that you can make a healthier version at home.

    http://sprinklesinsprings.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.internodiciotto-fashion.blogspot.com sissi

    tell your boyfriend to marry you,he will definitely not find a better wife! ;-) wowwww

  • http://www.beckschiclife.blogspot.com Beck’s Chic Life

    You have a very lucky boyfriend! They look awesome!

    http://www.beckschiclife.blogspot.com

  • http://thediaryofadisplacedhousewife.blogspot.com/ The Housewife

    Looks so golden and crunchy! The perfect onion ring!

  • http://asequindressatbreakfast.wordpress.com ks

    deeelish! will have to try-i’m scared of frying too…hot oil sprays-OUCH!

    http://asequindressatbreakfast.wordpress.com

  • http://hildemollerknag.blogspot.com Becca

    these look delicious!

  • http://kellysboudoir.blogspot.com Kelly

    Yummy yummy!!!!!
    Looks delicious!!!!
    Love onion rings!!

    xoxo
    K.
    http://kellysboudoir.blogspot.com

  • http://cacmuffin@blogger.com crystal

    my mouth is watering they look amazing!

  • http://www.lemonsandlaundry.blogspot.com Marcie

    Emily,
    This is such a great idea! I am definitely going to have to try this. I now get off work on Fridays at 1:00pm, so I will have time to try out new recipes.

    :) Marcie

  • http://www.sterlingstyle.blogspot.com taylor

    Oh my! These look tempting. I was just realizing last night that my usual healthy diet and work out must be getting a little too boring b/c the last two weeks I have been eating the most yummy treats! Last night I skipped the gym and ate gelato instead. Not the model of health, but a girl has to live on the wild side sometimes, right! xo

  • http://vagabondblondes.blogspot.com/ kristine

    Yum! I will have to try these myself for my next girl’s night in.

    btw- your photos are always incredible! Love your blog.

    http://vagabondblondes.blogspot.com/

  • http://revi-pinkillusions.blogspot.com/ revital

    looks sooo good!!!! yummy!

    http://revi-pinkillusions.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.winksmilestyle.blogspot.com Josie

    These look positively DELICIOUS, Emily! I bet the boyfriend loved them!
    xxoo Josie
    http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com

  • http://becauseimaddicted.net/ geri

    ohhh must try! have so many panco bread crumbs thanks to my fried goat cheese obsession. xo

  • http://sweatshirtdressshirt.blogspot.com SWEATshirtDRESSshirt

    Those look delicious! I need to start braching out with my cooking. I usually stick to simple things like pasta…but all of the recipes you’ve been posting look so easy to create! Thanks for sharing this.

    Xoxo
    http://sweatshirtdressshirt.blogspot.com

  • http://www.economicalfashionista.blogspot.com allison

    i love onion rings! yours look so good!

    http://www.economicalfashionista.blogspot.com

  • http://www.eatbakeshop.blogspot.com Kristin

    Those look so delicious. Nice job. Perfect amount of fry.

    http://eatshopbake.blogspot.com/

  • http://www.luxuosamente.blogspot.com Luxuosamente

    Hummm, deliciousssss!

  • http://snacksgiving.blogspot.com/ snacksgiving

    Perfect snack for an evening with a game on!

  • http://www.letterstobetsy.com Kelly

    what a perfect treat! I love onion rings too! my husband always orders those if there is an option especially the big pub style ones! love those! looks like a great snack!
    xoxo
    B
    http://www.letterstobetsy.com

  • http://seejaneworkplaylive.blogspot.com/ Anna Jane

    My stomach is growling…onion rings are my favorite junk food and I’ve always been hesitant to make them due to the grease. I might have to try these!

    xx,
    Anna Jane

    http://seejaneworkplaylive.blogspot.com/

  • Meghan

    Yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

  • http://www.multimediadesign.ca Radha

    looks so yummy! you should try frying in gee! (clarified butter) its used in for frying most indian treats and makes SUCH a difference and is soooo good for you, my mom has been doing it since I was little and even though we are from argentina not india so i’m not sure how she came across it? Everyone always comments on how great her empanadas and samosas taste and it’s all because of the gee!
    xo
    -Radha

  • http://bellabeebee.blogspot.com Beth

    Looks so yummy! I have a recipe for onion rings I can’t wait to try. You’re making me think I should soon.

  • http://aisaicha.blogspot.com Aisa

    Yummyyyy :D

  • http://whattafox.blogspot.com h a u t e . m e s s

    This is definitely something I’d never even thought of when it comes to trying recipes. I’m so excited you posted, they look delicious and I can’t wait to try it out. Thanks!

  • http://espelhando.wordpress.com Luana

    i’m seeing this post right before my lunch break at work
    I’m craving onion rings now and there’s nowhere to get them nearby ;(

  • http://thecoastalchicster.blogspot.com The Coastal Chicster

    For some reason, the texture of those onion rings remind me of my recipe for coconut shrimp. Is it bad that I’m craving onion rings and coconut shrimp at the same time? =)

  • http://www.inthiswonderfullife.com Megan

    YUMMMMY!!! I need to make these!

  • http://glamlatte.blogspot.com Jamie

    Those look DANGEROUS! Like if too many were in front of me I would probably eat them ALL!! Great recipe though and great idea…I am hoping for a Celtics-Lakers Championship series and then I will host a party and make lots of treats! :)

    http://glamlatte.blogspot.com

  • http://www.atasteoft.com Tanya

    Yum! Those look and sound so good.

  • http://notthatbride.blogspot.com Lindsey

    Those look dee-lish! As soon as my school gets out for the summer, I am definitely going to attempt those!

  • Dawn

    Yummy! You inspire me all the time to try something new, whether its food or fashion. Thank you, Emily

  • http://www.tasteshop.wordpress.com Pooja

    Those look delicious!! I can’t wait to try out the recipe!

  • http://allwomenstalk.com All Women Stalker

    You have never fried anything before? It seems that all I do is fry. Haha