Onion rings

Oh MY GOODNESS.. that's about all i have to say about homemade gluten free onion rings.. I've died and gone to gluten free deep fried heaven. Though i think my stomach is not to happy with the grease, but my tastebuds are still dancing in delight.
first before i give you the onion ring recipe you need to know the pancake mix recipe.

Silvana's pancake mix

2 cups silvana's all purpose flour blend (found in ny early posts)
1 cup plus 2 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons baking powder
2 1/3 teaspoons salt

whisk together and store in an airtight container in a cool dry place.

now unto the main event....

Onion Rings

4 cups vegetable oil for frying
2 cups silvana's pancake mix
1 tsp. chili powder
Salt
3 1/2 cups cold sparkling water
2 large onions, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch slices and separated into rings

In large pot or deep fryer heat oil to 380 degrees F
In Large bowl whisk together the pancake mix, chili powder and 1 tsp. salt. Add sparkling water and whisk until smooth.
Working in batches, coat onion rings with the batter, carefully add to the hot oil and fry, turning once until golden and crisp, about 2 or so minutes. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.I know to some these photo's do not look appetizing and you can feel your arteries clog up just by looking... but here you are anyway... seriously... SUPER YUMMY