Crispy Fried Onion Strings

• large sweet onion↗1
• prepared ranch dressing1⁄2 cup
• milk↗1⁄2 cup
• flour↗1 cup
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• black pepper↗1 teaspoon
• cayenne pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• vegetable oil↗2 cups

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Slice onion into thinnest possible rings.

2. 2

   Place in a shallow dish.

3. 3

   Combine ranch dressing and milk and pour over onions.

4. 4

   Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.

5. 5

   In a plastic bag, combine flour, salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper.

6. 6

   Shake to evenly distribute ingredients.

7. 7

   Heat oil to 375° in deep saucepan.

8. 8

   Remove a small handful of onion rings from dressing and shake off excess.

9. 9

   Drop into flour, separate rings and shake to coat.

10. 10

    Drop a few rings at a time into hot oil and cook until golden.

11. 11

    Remove from hot oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towels.

12. 12

    Repeat with remaining rings until all have been battered and fried.

13. 13

    Keep warm.