Buttermilk Onion Rings

By CheeseDiva

Ingredients

• 3/4 c. buttermilk
• 2 tab. apple cider vinegar
• 1-1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 large onion, sliced 1/8” thick, rings separated
• 6 c. watercress leaves with tender stems
• A deep-fry thermometer

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from bonappetit.com

Preparation

Step 1

Meanwhile, mix buttermilk and vinegar in a shallow bowl. Place flour in another bowl or baking dish; season with salt and pepper. Toss onion rings in flour mixture, shaking off excess, and transfer to a wire rack. Working in batches, dip in buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip back into bowl; toss again in flour.

Working in 2 or 3 batches and maintaining temperature of oil, fry onion rings until golden brown and crisp, about 3 minutes per batch. Let drain on paper towels; season with salt.

Toss watercress with reserved vinaigrette. Thinly slice steak against the grain. Serve steak with sauce, watercress, and onion rings.