Gluten Free Onion Rings

Ingredients

• 2 large Vidalia or yellow onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
• 1 cup gluten free all-purpose flour (like Bob’s Red Mill or King Arthur)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 egg
• 1 cup milk or dairy-free milk
• 1/2 cup cornstarch (for dusting rings before battering)
• 2 cups canola or vegetable oil (for frying)

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and slice the onions into ¼-inch-thick rings. Separate each layer and soak in cold water for 15 minutes. Pat completely dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   In another bowl, whisk the egg with milk. Combine wet and dry ingredients into a smooth batter. Add more milk if too thick.

4. 4

   Lightly coat each onion ring in cornstarch, then dip into the batter, ensuring an even coating.

5. 5

   Heat oil in a deep pan to 375°F (190°C). Fry 4–5 rings at a time for about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.

6. 6

   For air frying, preheat to 400°F. Spray basket with oil, place rings in a single layer, and cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.