Zippy Onion Dip

Directions

1. 1
   Peel onion, leaving root end intact.
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   Cut onion vertically into quarters, cutting to within 1/2-inch of root end.
3. 3
   Cut each quarter vertically into thirds.
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   Place onion in boiling water 1 minute; remove and place in ice water 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Loosen petals if necessary.
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   Drain onion, cut side down.
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   Place flour in a zip-top plastic bag; add onion, shaking to coat.
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   Dip onion in egg.
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   Place cracker crumbs in plastic bag; add onion, tossing to coat.
10. 10
    Chill 1 hour.
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    Pour oil to depth of
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    3 inches into an electric fryer or heavy saucepan and heat to 375°.
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    Fry onion 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
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    Sprinkle with salt, if desired.
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    Serve onion with dark honey-mustard or
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    Ranch Style salad dressing.
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    Yield:
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    2 appetizer servings.