Buttermilk Batter-Fried Onion Rings

These are best served the moment they come out of the fryer. From Southern Living.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  large onions
• 1  cup all-purpose flour
• 2  cups buttermilk
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1  teaspoon baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
•  peanut oil

Directions

1. Cut onions into 1/2-inch slices, and separate into rings.
2. Set aside.
3. Whisk together flour and next 4 ingredients until smooth.
4. Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375°.
5. Dip onion rings in batter, coating well.
6. Fry, a few rings at a time, until golden.
7. Drain on paper towels.
8. Serve immediately.