Here’s a recipe for Carnivore Onion Rings, which are completely meat-based and perfect for anyone following the carnivore diet! These onion rings are made without flour or breadcrumbs, relying instead on beef or pork rinds for that crispy texture.
Ingredients:
- 1 large onion (cut into rings)
- 1/2 cup pork rinds (crushed) or beef jerky (finely crushed)
- 1 egg (beaten)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Cooking oil (e.g., beef tallow, pork lard, or another carnivore-friendly oil) for frying
Instructions:
- Prepare the onion: Peel the onion and slice it into rings. You can separate them into individual rings and set them aside.
- Crush the pork rinds: Place the pork rinds (or beef jerky) into a food processor, blender, or plastic bag and crush them until you get fine crumbs. This will be your “breading” for the onion rings.
- Season the pork rinds: In a shallow dish, combine the crushed pork rinds with salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings like garlic powder or onion powder (optional). Mix well.
- Prepare the egg wash: In another shallow dish, beat the egg.
- Coat the onion rings: Dip each onion ring into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it thoroughly with the crushed pork rind mixture. Press gently to make sure the coating sticks.
- Fry the onion rings: Heat a generous amount of your chosen cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (about 350°F or 175°C), carefully place the coated onion rings into the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and serve: Once cooked, remove the onion rings from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
Optional:
- Serve with a carnivore-friendly dipping sauce, like mayonnaise or a simple egg-based sauce (such as a yolk-mayo dip).
Enjoy your Carnivore Onion Rings! These are a great snack or side dish for those who follow a strict carnivore or zero-carb lifestyle