2 large onions
2 ¼ c. flour
1 ¼ t. baking powder
1 t. salt
1 ¼ c. buttermilk
4 ½ t. oil
2 eggs, separated
2 quarts oil, for frying
Cut onion into ½” thick slices. Separate. Place 1 cup of
flour in a plastic bag. Add onions to
bag and shake until onions are coated.
In a medium bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Beat egg whites until soft peaks and fold
into batter. Dip onions into batter and
fry until golden brown. Drain on paper
towel. May keep warm in oven until all
of the onions are fried.