Fried Onion Rings

 

                For this satisfying snack, sweet Vidalia onion rings are depp-fried to a crispy golden brown, then served with a cool and zesty lime dipping sauce.

4 servings

• 1 large Vidalia or sweet onion
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup cornmeal
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 cup buttermilk
• Oil for deep-fat frying

Lime dipping sauce

• Two-third cup mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons spicy brown or horseradish mustard
• 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish

1. Cut onion into ½-in. slices ; combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, bakig soda and cayenne.
2. Combine the egg and buttermilk ; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
3. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat 1-in. of oil to 375F (190C).
4. Dip onion rings into batter ; fry a few at a time for 1 to 1½ minutes on each side or until golden brown.
5. Drain on paper towels (keep warm in a 300F (150C) oven).
6. In a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients ; serve with onion rings.

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