Beer-Battered Onion Strings

Directions

1. 1
   Special equipment: a mandolin; a deep-frying thermometer
2. 2
   Mix the flour, baking powder, seasoned salt and pepper in a large bowl.
3. 3
   In a pitcher, mix together the beer and eggs.
4. 4
   Pour the liquid into the dry ingredients and mix.
5. 5
   In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat enough vegetable oil to come halfway up the sides of the pot until a deep-frying thermometer inserted in the oil registers 375 degrees F.
6. 6
   In batches, dip the onion strings into the batter, then plunge them into the hot oil and cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
7. 7
   Drain on a paper towel and repeat with the rest of the onions.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with seasoned salt.