Instead of adding baking soda, this is the trick for making crispy onion rings that last a long time, just add 1 drink ingredient

foto: TikTok/@agakenyang_

Even though the results are crispy, the addition of baking soda sometimes makes the onion rings taste bitter.

Brilio.net - Enjoying snacks in your spare time is often an option. There are many snacks that are many people's favorites, such as French fries, cimol , cilok, chips, dumplings, onion rings, and many more. Talking about onion rings, this snack is made from onions.

How to make onion rings is fairly easy. Onions that have been washed clean can be sliced thinly. Once done, just dip the onion slices one by one into the flour mixture.

So that the crispy results last longer, some people deliberately add baking soda to the flour mixture. Even though the results are crispy, the addition of baking soda sometimes makes the onion rings taste bitter. If it's like this, the onion rings will be less enjoyable, right?

As a solution, you can copy the recipe and method for making onion rings shown by TikTok user @agakenyang_. Instead of adding baking soda, this netizen actually mixed one drink ingredient into the flour mixture. According to him, this method is effective in making the texture of the onion rings crispy for a long time.

"The crispiness lasts a long time, up to 3 hours after frying it is still crispy, hihi," he said, quoted by BrilioFood from TikTok @agakenyang_ on Monday (11/3).

How to make it, peel the skin then wash the onions to be processed. Once done, cut the top and bottom of the onion. After that, separate the onions using your hands. As a result, one onion becomes several spheres. Set aside.

photo: TikTok/@agakenyang_

Next, prepare the flour mixture. Mix 5 tablespoons flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Before stirring, this netizen deliberately added one drink ingredient, namely 130 ml of soda water as a mixture. You can buy soda water easily out there.

"Ho oh it's called Zoda but I've tried spr*te too, eheeee," answered the video owner when asked by netizens about the soda water used in the comments column.

photo: TikTok/@agakenyang_

Stir the flour mixture until all ingredients are completely mixed. Once done, dip the onion slices into the flour mixture. Don't forget to turn it back and forth so that all sides of the onion slices are completely coated in the flour mixture.

photo: TikTok/@agakenyang_

Once done, transfer the onion slices to a plate filled with breadcrumbs, turning them back and forth using your hands. After that, immediately put the onions into the hot cooking oil. During the frying process, use medium stove heat and don't forget to turn it back and forth.

photo: TikTok/@agakenyang_

Once cooked and the onion rings are browned, immediately remove and drain. Wait some time until the oil content reduces. If so, the onion rings are ready to be served. Because the texture is crispy, the appearance of the onion rings is almost the same as those sold in cafes, right?

photo: TikTok/@agakenyang_

@agakenyang_ The crispiness lasts a long time, up to 3 hours after frying it is still crispy apparently hihi. Fried in the Fry Pan @Steincookware #frypansteincookware original sound - Agakenyang

To store onions so they stay fresh, don't rot, and last a long time, you can follow these steps:

1. Choose good onions.

Choose fresh onions with dry, undamaged outer skin. Avoid choosing ones that have started to germinate or have signs of damage.

2. Don't wash too early.

Avoid washing onions before storage. Moisture can speed up rotting. Only wash onions when you are going to use them.

3. Save it in the right place.

Good storage space is very important. Store onions in a cool, dark, dry place. A dark basement, refrigerator, or storage room are good options. Avoid storing it in damp places such as near a sink or shower.

4. Separate from other fruits.

Keep onions away from other fruits, especially those that emit ethylene gas such as apples and bananas. This gas can speed up the ripening and rotting of onions.

5. Do not store in plastic bags.

Plastic bags can accelerate mold growth and cause onions to rot quickly. It is better to store it in an open container or basket that can provide ventilation.

By following the steps above, you can extend the shelf life of onions and maintain their quality for longer.

Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.