Blooming Onion Recipes

Guide Note

The Blooming Onion is a popular appetizer served at chain restaurants, including Outback Steakhouse. It consists of an onion cut to open, looking similar to a flower, then breaded and fried.

Fast Facts

1. Commonly served with dipping sauce made of ranch or horseradish
2. Also known as the "Awesome Blossom" or "Onion Blossom"
3. Commonly made with Vidalia onions
4. Extremely high in Trans Fat.

1. After cutting the onion, place in cold water; this makes it open prior to frying.
2. Vidalia onions are sometimes hard to find or can be costly; substitute with Oso Sweets, Walla Walla or Maui onions.
3. Use self-rising flour instead of all purpose flour for a lighter, crispier crust.
4. Onions may be cut up to four hours before needed.
5. Special-made gadgets are available to cut the onion perfectly into the "blooming" shape.