Tennessee Onions

Ingredients:

  • 4 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

  1. Soak Onions:
  • Place the thinly sliced onions in a bowl and pour buttermilk over them. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes.
  1. Combine Dry Ingredients:
  • In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper.
  1. Heat Oil:
  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C).
  1. Dredge Onions:
  • Dredge each soaked onion slice in the dry mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
  1. Fry Onions:
  • Fry the coated onions in batches until they are golden brown and crispy. This usually takes 2-3 minutes per batch.
  1. Drain Excess Oil:
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried Tennessee onions to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  1. Repeat:
  • Repeat the dredging and frying process until all the onions are cooked.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve the Tennessee onions as a flavorful and crispy side dish or a delightful topping for burgers and sandwiches.
  1. Enjoy:
  • Enjoy the savory and crispy goodness of Tennessee onions!

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