Baked Onion Rings (New!)

Baked Onion Rings (New!)
Onion rings come in second only to golden delicious French fries as the perfect side to a burger. And while deep-fried is always delicious, this baked version is darned tasty, too!

No-Oil Added, No-Sugar Added, Soy-Free

1 medium yellow onion, cut into 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick slices
1/3 cup (80 ml) aquafaba (liquid from a can of chickpeas)
1/4 cup (60 ml) unsweetened almond or other non-dairy milk
1/2 cup (40 g) panko-style bread crumbs
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 cup (62 g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C, or gas mark 8). Have ready a baking sheet lined with parchment or a reusable baking mat.

Separate onion slices into individual rings.
In a small bowl, whisk together aquafaba and milk. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, combine panko crumbs and dried parsley. Set aside.
Add flour, paprika, salt, and black pepper to a large re-sealable plastic bag or a container with a tight fitting lid. Add onion rings and shake until they are well coated with flour.
Place flour-coated onion rings into the aquafaba mixture, a few at a time, and toss lightly with tongs until coated.
Transfer to the panko crumbs and toss to coat. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake 12 to 15 minutes, or until crumbs are a light golden brown.

YIELD: 2 TO 4 SERVINGS