Crunchy Buttermilk Onion Rings

Method

1. Step 1

   Place the rice crackers in a zip lock bag, seal and pound with a rolling pin to make even sized crumbs. Set aside.

2. Step 2

   Cut the peeled onions into thick slices and then separate into rings.

3. Step 3

   Pour the buttermilk into a large bowl, add the onion rings and toss through the buttermilk. Allow to sit for 30 minutes

4. Step 4

   Place the flour and the crumbs on separate flat trays.

5. Step 5

   Remove the onion rings from the buttermilk, lightly dust with flour and quickly dip into the buttermilk then coat with the crumbs.

6. Step 6

   Heat a large frying pan with 2-3 cm of oil; do not over heat to smoking point.

7. Step 7

   Gently and carefully fry the onion rings on both sides until golden. Drain on paper towel.

8. Step 8

   Serve while hot with a small bowl of aioli and a sprinkle of salt flakes.