Spicy O-nuts

1. 1

   Heat 1-inch vegetable oil of moderate to medium high heat.

2. 2

   If you wish to test the oil, add a 1-inch cube of bread to hot oil.

3. 3

   If it turns deep golden brown in color in a count of 40, the oil is ready.

4. 4

   Trim ends of onion and peel.

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   Cut into 3/4-inch slices and separate rings.

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   Mix together pancake mix and beer, season with paprika, chili powder and cayenne pepper or hot sauce.

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   Batter should be thick.

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   If it gets too thick, add a splash more beer.

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   Working in small batches of 5 to 6 slices, coat rings of onion in batter and fry 4 to 5 minutes, until evenly golden brown.

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    Turn onions over so that both sides get puffed and cooked.

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    Transfer to paper towels to drain.

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    Season o-nuts with salt while hot.

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    Repeat with remaining ingredients.

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    When all the onions are dipped and fried, turn off oil to cool before discarding.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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