Onion Strings

Onion Strings 2 onions, sliced as thin as possible (preferably on a mandolin) 4 cups low-fay buttermilk 2 cups flour 1 tbsp pepper 1 tsp chili powder 2 qts vegetable oil (for frying) 1 tbsp salt Slice onions as thin as possible, preferably using a mandolin Place in a casserole dish Pour buttermilk over onions Cover dish with saran wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour but 2-4 is best Heat oil in a deep fryer, or a large dutch oven to 350 degrees In a shallow bowl combine flour, pepper and chili powder Using tongs (or your hands) dredge some onions into the flour, shaking excess buttermilk off before placing in flour and then again after dredging - I did mine in 4 different batches Place coated onion strings into hot oil (very carefully) and cook until light golden brown (abut 4-5 minutes) Remove and place on a plate with a paper towel to let excess oil drain off Sprinkle with salt