Onion Rings

(Courtesy of Clinton Kelly)

Ingredients:
Vegetable oil
2 large onions, cut into 1/2 inch slices, thin skins between the layers removed
1 1/2 c. rice flour, plus more for dredging
1 Tbsp. baking soda
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1 egg yolk
1 c. soda water, plus more if needed
1 tsp. salt

Directions:
In a heavy bottomed pot filled 3/4 of the way with vegetable oil, bring the temperature to 365 degrees.  Separate the onion slices into rings.

In a medium size bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and baking powder.  Dredge the onion rings in the flour mixture and shake off excess.  Set aside.

In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolk and then slowly pour in the soda water.  Whisk until the batter is smooth consistency.  Dip the onion rings in the batter, working in batches.

Deep fry a few of the rings at a time for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.  Remove to a paper towel to drain.  Season with salt immediately and serve while still hot.