Onion rings

• large onion↗1

  cut into 1cm slices, rings separated

• groundnut oil

  for deep frying

• self-raising flour↗150g g
• sparkling water↗180ml ml

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Use a fork to steady your onion. Slice the onion into rings about 1cm wide. Remove the skin and separate the rings.

2. 2

   Heat the oil to 180C in a heavy-based pan – it should be no more than 1/ 3 full.

3. 3

   Meanwhile put the flour and sparkling water in a bowl and season generously. Whisk together to form a batter.

4. 4

   Coat a small batch of onion rings in batter. Carefully lower into the hot oil and deep-fry until crisp and golden, about 2 - 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a piece of kitchen towel to drain. Repeat with the remaining onion and batter.