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Cheese-Stuffed Onion Rings Recipe

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Mozzarella Stick Onion Rings combine the crispiness of classic onion rings with a gooey mozzarella cheese center, perfect for a delicious appetizer or snack. These rings are breaded and deep-fried to golden perfection and served with marinara sauce for dipping.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 large white onions
  • 3 slices mozzarella cheese

Dredging and Coating

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 5 large eggs
  • 2 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs

For Frying and Serving

  • Vegetable oil, for deep frying
  • Marinara sauce, for dipping

Instructions

  1. Prepare Onion Rings: Peel the onions and slice them into 1/2-inch-thick rings, then carefully separate the rings to keep them intact.
  2. Stuff with Cheese: Slice mozzarella cheese into 4 even strips. Nest a smaller onion ring inside a larger one and fill the space in between with the mozzarella strips. Repeat for all onion rings.
  3. Freeze Rings: Place the stuffed onion rings in a single layer on a tray and freeze them for 1 hour until firm to make handling easier during breading.
  4. Set Up Breading Stations: Prepare three separate bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with plain breadcrumbs. Remove the frozen onion rings from the freezer when ready to bread.
  5. Bread the Rings: Dredge each stuffed onion ring first in flour, then dip in egg, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs. For an extra crispy crust, repeat the egg and breadcrumb coating. Place the coated rings back on a tray and freeze until ready to fry.
  6. Deep Fry: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the rings in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp. Be careful not to over-fry to avoid cheese leakage.
  7. Drain and Serve: Remove the fried onion rings with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Freezing the onion rings before frying helps them hold their shape and prevents the cheese from melting out.
  • Double breading the rings yields a crunchier coating.
  • Maintain the oil temperature at 350°F to ensure even cooking without excessive oil absorption.
  • Use good-quality mozzarella for best melty results.
  • Keep an eye on frying time to avoid burning or cheese leakage.

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