Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ Onion Recipe

Introduction

The Outback Steakhouse Bloomin’ Onion is one of the most iconic appetizers
from the famous Australian-themed restaurant chain. Known for its crispy golden petals
and flavorful dipping sauce, this dish is both a showstopper and a crowd-pleaser.
With the right steps, you can recreate this crispy masterpiece at home.

Ingredients

For the Onion:

• 1 large sweet onion (such as Vidalia)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk + splash of lemon juice)
• 2 large eggs
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)

For the Dipping Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
• ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
• Pinch of cayenne pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Onion: Cut ½ inch off the top, peel, and slice into 12–16 petals, keeping root intact. Gently separate petals.
2. Make the Coating: Mix flour, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk eggs with buttermilk.
3. Bread the Onion: Dredge in flour, dip into egg mixture, then coat again with flour.
4. Fry the Onion: Heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Fry cut-side down for 7–8 minutes until golden. Drain on paper towels.
5. Prepare the Sauce: Mix all sauce ingredients and refrigerate.
6. Serve: Place the onion on a platter with dipping sauce in the center.

🍴 Description

This homemade Bloomin’ Onion is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside,
and bursting with bold flavors. The savory coating paired with the creamy, zesty dipping sauce
makes it an irresistible appetizer for any occasion.