Juicy Onion Bombs: The Ultimate Flavor Explosion Recipe
Experience the flavor explosion of these Onion Bombs, featuring sweet onions, juicy meat, and crispy bacon.
Equipment
- Oven
- baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- toothpicks
Ingredients
For the Bombs
- 4 large Yellow Onions Provide a sweet, tender base that's perfect for roasting.
- 1 pound Ground Beef Offers protein and heartiness; swap with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor depth in the meat mixture.
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Intensifies the onion flavor in the filling.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning; adjust to taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning; adjust to taste.
- 0.5 cup BBQ Sauce Adds moisture and rich flavor.
- 8 strips Bacon Wraps around the onion bombs to create a crispy exterior.
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 jalapeño Jalapeños For a spicy kick, mix into the meat filling.
- Variety of Ground Meats Experiment with ground turkey or chicken for a healthier alternative.
Instructions
How to Make Onion Bombs
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) so it’s ready to bake those delicious Onion Bombs.
- Prepare Onions: Peel the outer layers of the large yellow onions, slice off about an inch from the top, and hollow out the centers.
- Mix Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and BBQ sauce. Mix until fully blended.
- Stuff Onions: Fill each hollowed onion with the meat mixture, packing it firmly but without overflowing.
- Wrap with Bacon: Wrap the bacon strips tightly around each stuffed onion, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Bake the Bombs: Place prepared onion bombs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes.
- Check Doneness: Once time is up, check the internal temperature of the filling; it should reach 160°F (71°C).
Notes
Serve with ranch dressing or chipotle mayo for an extra touch of deliciousness.