Crispy Mini Bloomin Onions — Golden & Perfect for Dipping

Ingredients

• 6 small sweet onions (pearl or cipollini, 2–3 inches in diameter)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup whole milk
• 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice
• Pinch of salt