Crispy Fried Onion Strings

Ingredients:

1 large onion, halved and sliced thin

1 1/2C buttermilk

1C all purpose flour

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp mustard powder

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Vegetable oil for frying

Directions:

Prepare onion by slicing in half. 

Use a sharp knife or mandoline to slice the onion very thin. 

Soak sliced onion in milk for 30 minutes. 

In a medium bowl, combine dry ingredients. 

Preheat vegetable to 350°F in a deep fryer or a large stockpot. 

Coat a handful of onion slices in the flour mixture. 

Shake off excess flour. Fry for 2 minutes or until just golden. 

Drain on paper towels and lightly sprinkle with salt. 

Repeat with remaining onion slices. 

Use immediately or store in an airtight container.