Vidalia onion rings

 

Makes 6 servings

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup cold water
• 2 vidalia or 1 spanish onion (8 ounces), sliced into one-eigth-inch-thick rings
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Coarse salt

1. In medium-size bowl, combine flour and salt ; pour water, whisking until blended and consistency of heavy cream.
2. Separate onion slices into rings.
3. Heat 1 inch oil in Dutch oven or large deep skillet over medium-high heat until deep-fry thermometer registres 375F.
4. Drop 6 to 10 onion rings into batter, tossing with a fork to coat.
5. Drpo rings individually into oil in single layer ; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.
6. Drain on paper toweling and sprinkle with coarse salt ; repeat with remaining onion rings.

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