🧅 Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ Onion

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Prepare the onion:
- Peel the onion and cut off about ½ inch from the top.
- Place the onion cut-side down. Starting ½ inch from the root, make 12–16 cuts downward all around.
- Flip the onion over and gently separate the petals.
Make the coating:
- In one bowl, whisk flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk and eggs together.
Coat the onion:
- Dip the onion into the flour mixture, making sure it gets between the petals.
- Then dip it into the buttermilk mixture.
- Finally, dredge again in the flour mixture for an extra-crispy coating.
Fry the onion:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully lower the onion into the hot oil, cut side down. Fry for about 6–8 minutes, then flip and fry for another 6–8 minutes, until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
Make the sauce:
- Mix together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
Serve:
- Place the Bloomin’ Onion on a plate, petals spread out, and serve with dipping sauce in the center.

Air Fryer Method: Spray the onion generously with oil and air fry at 375°F for 15–18 minutes.
Spicy Kick: Add extra cayenne or hot sauce to the batter.
Cheese Lovers: Sprinkle Parmesan over the onion right after frying.

✅ Best Served Immediately: The Bloomin’ Onion is at its crispiest right out of the fryer!