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1 cup of unsifted all purpose flour
1 teaspoon of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of ground mace
1/4 teaspoon of paprika
1 teaspoon of sugar
a dash of freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg, beaten
2/3 cup of water
3/4 pound (3 medium) onions
3/4 teaspoon of salt
Shortening or oil for deep fat frying
Sift together into a large bowl the flour, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, mace, paprika, sugar and pepper.
Beat eggs with water and add to flour mixture, making a smooth batter.
peel onions, rinse and drain., Cut into 1/4 inch thick crosswise slices. Toss with 3/4 teaspoon of salt.
Dip onions into batter and fry in fat about 2 inches deep, heated to 360ºF. until they are browned and float to the surface. Drain on paper towels, serve hot. Makes 6 servings |
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