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Simple Onion Rings

Simple Onion Rings

Thick slices of sweet onion are dipped in a seasoned batter made with flour, baking powder, egg, and milk, then deep-fried until golden brown and shatteringly crispy, resulting in crunchy rings with a sweet, tender onion center.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 5 min

Ingredients

  • 1 onions (large)
  • 1 quart of olive or other cooking oil
  • 1.25 cup flour (preferably all-purpose)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 whole egg
  • 1 cup milk (whole or low-fat)
  • breadcrumbs to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice the ends off the onions and separate into thick layers.

  2. While you prep your onion rings, heat oil in deep skillet or pot. When oil starts to ripple or bubble, it is ready for frying.

  3. Mix together the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Take individual onion rings and add the flour mixture, coating well. Place the powdered onion rings on a clean baking sheet.

  4. Slowly stir in the egg and milk into the flour mixture. Whisk to form a batter. Take the floured onion rings and dip them in the batter until coated. Set aside on a rack.

  5. Pour breadcrumbs on an open dish or plate. Roll the batter-coated onion rings in the breadcrumbs. Shake off any excess crumbs and drop onion rings into hot oil to fry. Cook until golden brown, season with a dash of salt and serve.