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cheezy stuffed mozzarella onion rings

cheezy stuffed mozzarella onion rings
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These cheezy stuffed mozzarella onion rings offer a crispy, golden exterior with a gooey, stretchy mozzarella cheese center wrapped in sweet tender onion. Perfect as a crunchy, melty snack or appetizer, they are easy to prepare with everyday ingredients and customizable to suit your taste preferences.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 2 large sweet or yellow onions

Cheese

  • 8 oz fresh or low-moisture mozzarella cheese, cut into sticks or small blocks

Breading and Coating

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs (panko for extra crunch or regular, gluten-free if needed)

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Frying

  • Vegetable oil or canola oil for frying, enough to deep fry (about 4 cups)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Onions: Slice large onions into thick rings, then carefully separate them into individual loops. Use thicker slices so they can hold the cheese filling without breaking.
  2. Prepare the Mozzarella Filling: Cut mozzarella into sticks or small blocks that fit inside each onion ring. Ensure enough cheese for a melty center but not so much that it overflows during frying.
  3. Assemble the Cheese-Stuffed Rings: Place a piece of mozzarella inside each onion ring, then sandwich with another onion ring to form a complete circle. Press gently to seal the edges and keep the cheese inside while frying.
  4. Prepare the Breading Station: In one bowl, combine all-purpose flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Beat eggs in a second bowl. Put bread crumbs in a third bowl. This will help coat the rings evenly.
  5. Coat the Stuffed Onion Rings: Dredge each stuffed ring in the flour mixture first, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat completely with bread crumbs. For extra crunch and sealing, repeat the egg and bread crumb coating once more.
  6. Fry Until Golden and Melty: Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Fry rings in batches, turning occasionally, for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Notes

  • Slice onions thick enough to hold cheese but not so thick they won’t cook through.
  • Maintain oil temperature at 350°F using a thermometer to avoid greasy rings.
  • Double breading enhances crispiness and keeps the filling intact.
  • Drain rings on paper towels immediately after frying to keep them crispy longer.
  • Use low-moisture mozzarella to reduce water leakage during frying.

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