Stuffed Snack Onion Rings
Ingredients
- Snack Filling:
- 1 cup leftover cooked turkey finely chopped
- 2 1/2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1 cup cooked peas and carrots at room temperature
- 3/4 cup cooked macaroni and cheese at room temperature
- Onion Rings:
- 4 –5 large onions
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 8 large eggs whipped
- Neutral high smoke-point oil vegetable, canola, or peanut for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine the chopped turkey, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, and macaroni and cheese until evenly mixed.
- Prep the Onion Rings: Peel the onions and slice into 1-inch thick rings. Select the largest outer and inner rings for shaping the stuffed onion “donut.”
- Assemble: Take a large outer onion ring, place a handful of the filling inside, and press it evenly against the onion. Top with a smaller inner ring to create a “stuffed donut.” Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Coat the Rings: Prepare three separate bowls: one with flour, one with whipped eggs, and one with breadcrumbs. Dredge each stuffed onion ring in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Fry: Heat oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven to 375°F (about 3–4 inches deep). Fry each stuffed onion ring for 1.5–2 minutes, turning if needed to ensure even cooking. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding. Drain on paper towels and let cool for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve: Serve with brown gravy or cranberry BBQ sauce for a tasty snack twist.
Notes
These stuffed onion rings are crispy on the outside, creamy and flavorful on the inside, and perfect for a hearty snack or party appetizer.