Fried Vidalia Onion Rings

Classic Fried Vidalia Onion Rings

Ingredients

• 2 large Vidalia onions
• 1½ cups flour
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 cup cold sparkling water or beer
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Slice onions into thick rings and separate them.
2. Heat oil to about 350°F (175°C).
3. Mix dry ingredients.
4. Whisk egg with sparkling water/beer, then combine with dry mix into a light batter.
5. Dip onion rings into batter.
6. Fry in batches until deep golden brown.
7. Drain on a rack or paper towels.

For Extra Crispiness

• Chill the batter before frying.
• Use cornstarch in the coating.
• Don’t overcrowd the fryer.

Good Dipping Sauces

• Ranch
• Cajun remoulade
• Spicy mayo
• Honey mustard
• BBQ sauce

A popular Southern-style seasoning blend includes paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and black pepper for a little heat with the sweetness of the onions.