1 Peel the onions and slice into 1 cm (about 1/2 inch) thick rings, then separate into individual loops 🧅.

2 In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, pepper and smoked paprika 🌾🌽🔥🧂.

3 In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and mix with milk or beer until combined 🥚🥛/🍺.

4 Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and whisk until a smooth batter forms; let rest 5–10 minutes to thicken 🧪.

5 Place panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish for coating 🍞.

6 Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 175–180°C (350–360°F). Use enough oil to submerge rings halfway or fully depending on your pan 🛢️.

7 Working in batches, dip each onion ring into the batter, then coat thoroughly with panko, pressing lightly so crumbs adhere 🧅🍞.

8 Fry rings in the hot oil for 2–3 minutes per batch, turning if needed, until golden brown and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan 🌶️🛢️.

9 Use a slotted spoon to transfer onion rings to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil, then sprinkle immediately with a little extra salt 🧂.

10 Serve hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce (ketchup, garlic aioli, or spicy mayo) 🍋🥣. Enjoy!