
Crispy, golden, and shatteringly light, these beer battered onion rings are the kind of pub-style snack that's almost impossible to stop eating. The batter comes together with pantry staples — flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder — and a cold vegan-certified lager that does serious heavy lifting, creating that signature airy crunch when it hits the hot oil. Dredging each ring in plain flour before the wet batter dip is the move that keeps everything from sliding off, so you get full, even coverage on every single ring. The whole recipe is naturally free from celery and celery-derived ingredients, which can sneak into spice blends and store-bought batters more often than you'd expect. Frying in batches and letting the oil return to temperature between rounds means nothing comes out greasy or soggy — just consistently crisp. A finish of flaky sea salt right out of the fryer pulls everything together and makes these genuinely hard to put down. Serve them immediately while the batter is still crackling and you'll understand why homemade always wins.
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Peel the onions and slice them crosswise into rounds about 3/4-inch thick. Separate the rounds into individual rings and spread them on a sheet pan lined with paper towels. Pat dry.
Pour the neutral oil into a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to a depth of about 3 inches. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 375°F (190°C) on a deep-fry thermometer.
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