Cheesy Onion Rings Mozzarella (Printable Version)

Crispy onion rings filled with mozzarella and fried to golden perfection. Great for parties and sharing.

# Everything You’ll Need:

01 - 1 large onion, sliced into thick rings

02 - 8 mozzarella cheese sticks

03 - 1 cup whole milk

04 - 1 large egg, beaten

05 - 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

06 - 2 cups cooking oil

07 - Toothpicks, for securing rings

08 - 1 cup all-purpose flour

09 - 1 teaspoon baking powder

10 - 1 teaspoon fine salt

01 - Nest a smaller onion ring inside a larger one and fill the gap with sliced mozzarella. Secure with toothpicks.

02 - In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Dredge the filled onion rings in the dry mix and place on a wire rack.

03 - Whisk together milk and beaten egg. Add this to the remaining dry mix to form a smooth batter.

04 - Dip dredged rings into batter, letting excess drip off. Roll in Panko breadcrumbs and return to wire rack.

05 - Heat oil in a deep pot. Fry coated rings until golden brown on both sides, turning once. Drain on paper towels.

06 - Remove toothpicks before serving. Best enjoyed hot with marinara sauce on the side.

01 - Secure cheese with toothpicks to prevent leaking during frying.

02 - Use a double coating of flour, batter, and breadcrumbs for a crispier texture.

03 - Serve immediately for optimal crispness and melted cheese interior.