*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Memphis Onion Rings

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Onions*                          Southern*

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   3      large         Vidalia onions
   1 3/4  cups          All purpose flour
     1/2  cup           Self-rising corn meal
   1      tablespoon    Onion powder
   1 1/2  teaspoons     Salt
     3/4  teaspoon      Sugar
   2      cups          Milk
   1                    Egg -- beaten
                        Peanut oil for deep -- frying

Peel onions, cut into 1/2 inch slices and separated into rings. Set aside.
Combine the flour with the next 6 ingredients and beat into a smooth batter 
with a wire whisk.
 Pour oil to a depth of 2-3 inches in a Dutch oven or heavy saucepan.  
Heat oil to 375 degrees.
 Dip onion rings in batter and fry, turning once until golden brown (about 2 minutes).
 Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.

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