Onion Ring Fritters

Cut the onions into rings about 1 cm thick

Separate the onion rings

Place 1 cup of all-purpose flour in a plastic bag or paper bag

Add the onion rings and shake until the onions are coated with flour

Set aside

In a medium bowl, mix together the remaining flour, yeast, and salt

At the bottom, add the buttermilk and mix well

Add 4 1/2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and the egg whites, mix well

Add to the flour mixture and mix well

Beat the egg yolks until stiff peaks form

Combine with the previous mixture

Meanwhile, heat the vegetable oil for frying

Dip the onion rings into the batter and fry the onions until golden brown

Remove from the oil using a slotted spoon

Drain on paper towels

Serve immediately

To vary, you can add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the batter or 2 tablespoons of dried oregano or marjoram.