How to Make Homemade Onion Rings

Homemade onion rings take a bit of work, but they are worth the effort, as they make an excellent appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

1 large onion

Frying oil

1 cup sifted flour

2 teaspoons salt

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 egg

2/3 cup milk

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps

1. Peel the onion and slice it 1/4-inch (6.35mm) thick. Separate the onion rings.
   
2. Add the onion rings to a bowl of ice water and let stand for 30 minutes.
   
3. Place the rings onto paper towels to dry.
   
4. Sift flour, salt and baking powder into a mixing bowl and set aside.
   
5. Separate the egg.
   
6. Add the egg yolk to a small bowl and lightly beat.
   
7. Add the beaten egg yolk, milk and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the flour mixture.
   
8. Add the egg white to another mixing bowl and beat until stiff.
9. Fold the egg white into the batter. Do this gently.
   
10. Preheat 1-inch of vegetable oil to 375ºF/190ºC.
    
11. Dip the onion rings in the batter. Carefully place the dipped rings in the hot oil.
    
12. Cook the onion rings until golden.
    
13. Remove the onion rings using tongs or a similar long-handled implement. Drain the onion rings on paper towels. Once drained, they're ready to serve with the rest of your meal.