ONION RINGS

CAJUN-STYLE CRISPY ONION RINGS

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 large yellow onions, cut into 1/2-inch rings
• 2 and 1⁄4 cups of self-rising flour
• 1⁄4 of a cup yellow self-rising corn meal
• 1 tablespoon Slap Ya Mama Original Blend Cajun Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon of oregano
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• freshly ground black peppercorns to own taste
• a pinch of ground cayenne pepper
• 2 cups of your favorite beer
• a  couple of dashes of Tabasco sauce
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• peanut oil for frying onion rings

DIRECTIONS:

1. Place the sliced onion rings in an ice bath, place in refrigerator while in the ice bath for about 25-35 minutes
2. In a medium bowl combine the self-rising flour with the corn meal, Slap Ya Mama Original Blend Cajun Seasoning, oregano, kosher salt, freshly ground black peppercorns,and a pinch of ground cayenne; mix to combine dry ingredients.
3. Add in your favorite beer, a few dashes of Tabasco sauce, and a lightly beaten egg; combine thoroughly until a smooth batter is formed; refrigerate the batter for 30 minutes.
4. Drain the onion rings of excess water from the ice bath then place on a baking rack; pat dry with clean paper towels if needed.
5. Dip the onion rings into the batter coating well on both sides.
6. Heat 3-inches oil in a cast iron skillet to about  375 degrees.
7. Drop the onion rings a few at a time into hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
8. Drain the Cajun-Style Crispy Onion Rings on a baking rack.
9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce