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Grilled blooming Onions

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Servings: 3

Ingredients

For the onions

  • 3 large onions
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp dry oregano
  • 1 tbsp paprika smoked
  • 1 tbsp dry basil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • ¾ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup panko or breadcrumbs

For the dip

  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp horseradish
  • 1 tsp paprika smoked
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions

Prepare the onions

  • Slice the top of the onion and keep the root.
  • Peel the outer skin of the onions.
  • Place the cut side down, and slice from about ½ inch of root all the way through.
  • The best way to do it is to start with the 4 even sections, then divide them evenly until they're the size you like.
  • Flip the onions over and gently separate the petals.

Make and apply the seasoning

  • In a small bowl, combine the oil, garlic powder, oregano, basil, paprika, panko, salt, and pepper.
  • Try to brush every petal with the mixture.

Make the dipping sauce

  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, horseradish, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Grill the onions

  • Pre-heat grill to 350 °F.
  • Gently place the onions on the grill and grill on indirest heat for about 45 minutes or until the onions are soft and cooked to perfection.
  • Gently remove the onions to a serving plate.
  • Serve warm with dipping sauce.

Notes

I have used The NOMAD Grill & Smoker for this cook. I highly recommend it.