Crispy Onion Rings - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 or 4 Spanish-type onions (if onions are small, then use 4)
3 c. buttermilk or milk
1 c. all-purpose flour
2/3 c. water
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 egg, beaten
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
oil for frying

Preparation

Peel and slice onions about 1/3-inch thick; separate into rings.
Pour buttermilk into large shallow pan.
Add onion rings and soak for 30 minutes.
Combine remaining ingredients, except oil for frying, in a bowl and stir until smooth.
Heat frying oil on medium-high heat.
Remove onion rings from buttermilk and dip into batter.
Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
Drain rings on paper towels.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.