Crispy Onion Rings

By punk

Ingredients

• 1 large Vidalia, Maui or other sweet onion, peeled and sliced into rings 1/2-inch thick
• 2 cups buttermilk
• Canola oil, for frying
• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup cornmeal

Preparation

Step 1

Combine the onions and buttermilk and refrigerate for 8-12 hours.

Pre-heat the oven to 250°F.

Heat a few inches of oil to 350°F or set up a tabletop fryer. Combine the flour and cornmeal and toss in the O-rings to coat. Add to the hot oil and fry for 3 minutes, to golden. Season with salt and drain on paper towels. Keep warm in the oven on a wire rack set onto a baking sheet.