Gluten-Free Onion Rings

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet onions
• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp seasoning salt
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup cold buttermilk
• 2 cups gluten-free panko
• Neutral oil for frying
• Dillightful BBQ Sauce for dipping

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice onions into ½-inch rings and separate. Chill the rings in ice water for 20 minutes, then drain and dry thoroughly.

2. 2

   Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, seasoning salt and paprika in one bowl. Whisk eggs and buttermilk in another; place panko in a third.

3. 3

   Coat each ring in flour, then egg mixture, then panko, pressing gently. Rest the breaded rings 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Heat 2 inches of oil to 350°F. Fry in small batches for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until deeply golden.

5. 5

   Drain on a wire rack and season immediately. Keep warm in a 225°F oven and serve with Dillightful BBQ Sauce.