Onion Patties
These Onion Patties are a classic Southern side dish I learned from my grandma and use only 7 ingredients. They pair perfectly with any main course and are a delicious side that's so easy for anyone to make (including kids!).
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 106kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups self-rising cornmeal mix
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 1/2 cups finely chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup milk
- neutral oil and/or bacon grease for frying canola, vegetable, or avocado
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the self-rising cornmeal mix, cornstarch, sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt if using until well combined.
- Add the chopped onions and toss to coat in the dry mixture.
- Pour in the milk and stir until a thick batter forms.Heat about ¼ inch of canola oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Drop the batter by heaping 2-3 tablespoon portions into the hot oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and crispy. Work in batches, adding additional oil as needed between rounds.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and finish with a sprinkle of salt if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Storage:
Store any leftover onion patties in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
You can also freeze the onion patties, but I don't usually recommend it since they can be very soft in texture once they are thawed.
If you want to make them in advance, I suggest a couple hours before a party and to hold them in a 200ºF oven with a rack to keep warm.
Tips:
- Make sure you finely chop the onion. This is key for making sure the patties bind correctly and for the best flavor.
- If you don't have self-rising cornmeal mix, mix 1 cup cornmeal with 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and a pinch of salt.
- The batter should be like corn cake or pancake batter, so look for that consistency.
- Don't flip the onion patties until they are golden brown on the first side.
- Be sure to drain the finished onion patties on a paper towel to remove any excess grease so they aren't soggy.
- Have fun with seasonings. You can easily add a pinch of chili powder, cayenne pepper, cajun seasoning and more! Herbs like scallions, parsley, cilantro, or dill are also a great choice.
Nutrition
Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 0.5mg | Sodium: 254mg | Potassium: 98mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 1mg
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