Onion Rings - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 medium onions, sliced 1/4-inch thick
cold water
3/4 c. flour
1 egg, beaten
2/3 c. milk
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 Tbsp. shortening, melted and cooled
oil for frying

Preparation

Separate onion slices into rings; soak in cold water for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat flour, egg, milk, sugar, salt and shortening together.
Drain onions and pat dry. With fork, dip rings into batter.
Preheat oil to 375\u00b0.
Fry in at least 1-inch of oil a few at a time for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
Keep warm in oven while frying remaining rings.