Description
Crispy and flavorful Onion Ring Chips baked to perfection with a Parmesan cheese base and seasoned with spices. This easy-to-make snack combines the sharpness of onions with the rich umami of Parmesan and smoky paprika for a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 yellow onions
Cheese
- 5 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Oils
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the onion ring chips to a perfect crisp.
- Slice Onions: Thinly slice the yellow onions using a mandolin set to 1/28th inch or a very sharp knife, ensuring even, delicate slices that will cook evenly.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Spread the shredded Parmesan cheese evenly over a parchment-lined baking sheet forming a uniform layer that will serve as the base for the chips.
- Arrange Onions: Lay the sliced onions carefully over the Parmesan layer in a single layer to ensure they bake evenly and crisp up nicely.
- Add Oil and Seasonings: Brush the tops of the onion slices with olive oil, then sprinkle sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper evenly over them to infuse flavor while baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes crispy, and the onions turn tender and slightly golden.
- Cool and Slice: Remove from the oven and let the onion ring chips cool for a few minutes to allow the cheese to harden slightly; then slice into individual chips and serve.
Notes
- Use a mandolin for thin, even slices to ensure uniform baking and crispiness.
- Keep an eye on the chips towards the end of baking to prevent burning as ovens vary.
- Serve the chips as a snack or appetizer with dips such as ranch, aioli, or your favorite sauce.
- For a sharper cheese flavor, try using aged Parmesan or a Parmesan blend.
- Store leftover chips in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.
