# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large yellow onions, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rings
→ Batter
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1/2 cup cornstarch
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 cup cold sparkling water or cold beer
→ Coating
09 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
→ For Frying
10 - Vegetable oil for deep frying
# How to Make It:
01 - Separate onion slices into individual rings and set aside.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, paprika, and garlic powder.
03 - Gradually whisk in the cold sparkling water or beer until a smooth, thick batter forms.
04 - Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F.
05 - Working in batches, dip onion rings into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. For extra crunch, dredge battered rings in panko breadcrumbs before frying.
06 - Carefully lower onion rings into the hot oil and fry for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
