You’re in for a savory treat with these Amish Onion Fritters — crispy on the outside, tender and sweet on the inside. These golden bites are made with simple pantry ingredients and bursting with onion flavor, making them perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or snack.
🧅 Amish Onion Fritters
🕒 Total Time: 25–30 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 4–6
🛠️ Easy, budget-friendly, and deeply comforting
🧾 Ingredients
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2 large sweet onions (like Vidalia), finely chopped or thinly sliced
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp sugar
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1 tbsp cornmeal (optional, for extra texture)
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
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1 large egg
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1/2 cup milk
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
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Flour
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Cornmeal (if using)
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Sugar
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Baking powder
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Salt
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Pepper
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Paprika
2. Add Wet Ingredients & Onions
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Stir in the milk and egg until a thick batter forms.
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Fold in the chopped onions — the batter should just hold everything together. If too thick, add a splash more milk.
3. Heat the Oil
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Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat (350°F/175°C).
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Test with a small bit of batter — it should sizzle and float.
4. Fry the Fritters
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Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, flatten slightly with a spoon.
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Fry 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp.
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Remove and drain on paper towels. Salt while hot if desired.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
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Serve warm with ranch dressing, sour cream, chipotle mayo, or apple butter (yes, really — it’s an Amish favorite combo).
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Excellent alongside BBQ, roasted chicken, or even a hearty soup.
🔁 Tips & Variations
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No cornmeal? Just use extra flour — still tasty.
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Spicy version: Add a dash of cayenne or chopped jalapeños.
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Make ahead: Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer to re-crisp.