Buttermilk Batter-Fried Onion Rings

• large onions↗2
• all-purpose flour↗1 cup
• buttermilk↗2 cups
• sugar↗1 tablespoon
• baking powder↗1 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• peanut oil

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut onions into 1/2-inch slices, and separate into rings.

2. 2

   Set aside.

3. 3

   Whisk together flour and next 4 ingredients until smooth.

4. 4

   Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375°.

5. 5

   Dip onion rings in batter, coating well.

6. 6

   Fry, a few rings at a time, until golden.

7. 7

   Drain on paper towels.

8. 8

   Serve immediately.