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Buttermilk Batter-Fried Onion Rings

Nothing better than good old fashioned onion rings!
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine All-American
Keyword buttermilk, onions
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Author Lynn / Turnips 2 Tangerines

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large Spanish onions
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • peanut oil for frying

Instructions

  • Cut onions into 1/2-inch slices and separate into rings. Set aside.
  • Combine flour and next 4 ingredients in a medium bowl, stirring with a wire whisk.
  • Pour oil to a depth of 2 or 3 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375º
  • Dip rings into batter. Fry, in batches, 2 minutes on each side until golden brown, turning once.
  • Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.