Caribbean Lime Onion Rings With Spicy Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

Onion Rings

• 1 large sweet onion
• 3/4 cup flour
• 1/4 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 cup buttermilk
• oil (for frying)

Lime Dipping Sauce

• 2/3 cup low-fat mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon horseradish

Directions

1. 1

   Peel onion and cut into 1/4-inch slices, separating rings.

2. 2

   In a medium-size bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, lime zest, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cayenne pepper.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the egg and buttermilk and stir. Add the flour mixture, and whisk until blended.

4. 4

   Heat oil over medium-high heat in a heavy fry pan until temperature reaches 375°F.

5. 5

   Dip onion rings into batter and carefully put into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes, turning after one minute. Remove with fork and place on paper towels to absorb oil. Serve with Lime Dipping Sauce.

6. 6

   Lime Dipping Sauce: Blend ingredients well. Make at least 30 minutes before serving.