Mim'S Onion Blossums - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 large onion
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 c. saltine cracker crumbs
vegetable oil
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
commercial dark honey mustard or Ranch dressing

Preparation

Peel onion, leaving root intact.
Cut onion vertically into quarters, cutting to within 1/2-inch of root end.
Cut each quarter vertically into thirds.
Place onion in boiling water for 1 minute; remove and place in ice water for 5 minutes.
Loosen \"petals\" if necessary.
Drain onion, cut side down.
Place flour in a Ziploc bag; add onion, shaking to coat.
Dip onion in egg.
Place fine cracker crumbs in a Ziploc bag; toss onion to coat.
Chill onion for 1 hour.
Pour oil to depth of 3-inches in an electric fryer or heavy saucepan.
Heat oil to 375\u00b0.
Fry onion 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels.
Sprinkle with salt, if desired.
Serve with sauce of your choice.