Fried Onion Rings - Serves 4

2 Large onions
Vegetable oil, for deep frying
Salt and White pepper

Batter:
3tbsp Plain flour
3tbsp Olive oil
1 Egg
Salt and pepper

1 - To make the batter, sift the flour and a pinch of salt into a bowl, make a well in the centre, break the egg into the well and add the olive oil and a pinch of pepper.

2 - Mix well until the batter is smooth and even. Leave to rest for 1 hour.

3 - Meanwhile, cut the onions into thick rings and place in a dish, add cold water to cover and set aside for 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry with kitchen paper.

4 - Heat the oil for deep frying in a pan. Dip the onion rings in the batter and fry, in batches, in the hot oil until golden brown.

5 - Remove with a fish slice, drain on kitchen paper and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.