Crispy Onion Grilled Cheese (Printer-Friendly)

Golden fried onions meet gooey melted cheese between perfectly toasted bread for ultimate comfort food satisfaction.

# What You Need:

→ Crispy Onions

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→ Sandwich Assembly

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# Directions:

01 - Combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and paprika in a shallow bowl. Pour buttermilk into a separate bowl for dipping.
02 - Dip onion slices into buttermilk, then dredge through flour mixture. Shake off excess coating and set aside.
03 - Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry onions in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
04 - Butter one side of each bread slice. Place two slices butter-side down on a clean surface.
05 - Distribute half the cheddar and mozzarella over each slice. Add a layer of crispy fried onions, then remaining cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.
06 - Cook on a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes per side. Press gently until bread turns golden brown and cheese melts completely.
07 - Let sandwiches rest briefly, then cut in half and serve while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

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  • That perfect contrast between the crisp, savory onions and the molten cheese creates a texture experience that regular grilled cheese cant touch.
  • The flour mixture has that touch of paprika which gives the onions a subtle smoky quality that makes people wonder what your secret ingredient is.
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  • The cornstarch in the dredging mixture is non-negotiable—I once skipped it thinking flour alone would work, and ended up with soggy onions that ruined the textural magic.
  • Let the sandwich rest for exactly one minute before cutting, which allows the cheese to slightly set so it doesnt all ooze out at first bite.
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  • If you slice the onions crosswise instead of lengthwise, they form perfect rings that are easier to manage and create a more even distribution in your sandwich.
  • Keep your spatula clean between flips by wiping it on a paper towel—this prevents any burnt bits from transferring to the fresh side of your sandwich.
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