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Baked Blooming Onion Recipe

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This Baked Blooming Onion is a healthier spin on the classic fried appetizer, featuring a large yellow onion cut into petals, coated with a flavorful mixture of panko breadcrumbs and Cajun seasoning, then baked to crispy, golden perfection. It’s an easy-to-make, delicious dish perfect for sharing as a snack or appetizer with a spicy kick and satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 large yellow onion
  • ⅔ cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 large egg whites

Instructions

  1. Cut the onion: Use a large knife to carefully cut off about ¼-inch from the top of the onion, being careful to cut the top side and not the root side, exposing a few of the inside layers. Peel off the outermost onion layer down to the root but leave the root intact.
  2. Section the onion: Place the onion cut side down on a cutting board. Slice the onion into 16 equal sections by cutting straight down ⅛-inch away from the root. If the onion is larger, you can make more cuts. Once all slices are done, flip the onion open onto parchment paper on a baking sheet, using your fingers to gently separate and open all the onion petals fully.
  3. Prepare the coating: In a small bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, ground paprika, Cajun seasoning, and sea salt. In a separate bowl, whisk the two egg whites until slightly frothy.
  4. Coat the onion: Starting from the bottom and working per section, brush each onion petal thoroughly with egg whites, then sprinkle liberally with the panko mixture. Repeat coating each petal in all sections. Finish by brushing one more layer of egg white all over the onion and sprinkling the breadcrumb mixture on top to ensure an even crispy coating.
  5. Bake the onion: Cover the baking sheet loosely with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 5 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until the onion is tender and the edges are nicely browned and crispy.

Notes

  • Use a sharp knife to make clean cuts without damaging the onion layers.
  • Separating the onion petals fully ensures even coating and crispiness.
  • Covering the onion with foil in the initial baking stage helps soften it gently before crisping.
  • Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning for milder or spicier flavor according to preference.
  • Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.

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