Fried Onion Strips

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oil in deep pan (about 1-inch) to 360 degrees.
2. 2
   Combine buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce in a medium bowl.
3. 3
   Mix flour, cayenne,1 teaspoons salt and pepper in a bag.
4. 4
   Peel the onions, after cutting off the top and bottom, halve the onion from top to bottom, placing cut side down, cut into 1/2 inch strips. Separate.
5. 5
   Pat dry and dip in buttermilk mixture to coat.
6. 6
   Transfer slices to bag and toss to coat.
7. 7
   Deep-fry in batches until golden, about 2 minutes.
8. 8
   Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with sea salt.
10. 10
    Serve.