Crispy Onion Rings

Name: Crispy Onion Rings
Ingredients: 2 large sweet onions, such as Maui or Walla Walla, cut into thin rounds and separated into rings; 2 large sweet onions, such as Maui or Walla Walla, cut into thin rounds and separated into rings; 2 large sweet onions, such as Maui or Walla Walla, cut into thin rounds and separated into rings; 3 cups buttermilk; Vegetable oil for deep-frying; 2 teaspoons kosher or sea salt; 2 teaspoons kosher or sea salt; 2 tablespoons pure chile powder, such as ancho; 2 tablespoons pure chile powder, such as ancho; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 3 cups all-purpose flour

Preparation info

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

From the Earth to the Table

By John Ash

Published 1995

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Ingredients

3 cups buttermilk
2 large sweet onions, such as Maui or Walla Walla, cut into thin rounds and separated into rings

Starter
Snack
Vegetarian

Method

In a large bowl, put the buttermilk and onions and toss to coat. Let stand for 1 hour. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, chile powder, and salt.

In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat 2 inches of the oil to 350°F. In batches, coat onions rings in the seasoned flour mixture. Fry for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and keep warm in a low oven whi