mangia mondays 14: chicago dogs & beer-battered onion rings

howdy, partners,

& welcome to

an amazing blog hop i co-host each week with the always incredible

lisa from shine your light.

something you should know:

i love summer.

i mean, reeeeeally love it.

i love the heat

& the sunshine

& ballgames

& barbecues

& fireworks

& popsicles 

& lazy days

& swimming pools

& camping...

i just love it!

summer food is some of the best, too!

this week, i'm bringing you:

chicago dogs & beer-battered onion rings

chicago dogs

all-beef hot dogs {barbecued for extra delicious-ness}

buns {traditional is a poppy seed bun, we used whole grain}

yellow mustard

sweet pickle relish

diced onion

diced tomato

pepperoncini peppers {usually left whole, we sliced to make for easier consumption}

dill pickle {a spear is usually used, we had dill pickle chips on hand}

dash of celery salt

the most important thing about a chicago dog:

NO KETCHUP ALLOWED.

:)

beer-battered onion rings

vegetable oil, for frying

2 vidalia onions, peeled & sliced into rings {thicker are better.. 1/4"-1/2"}

1 C all purpose flour

1 C beer {or carbonated water}

1 TBS creole seasoning

1. in a large, deep skillet, heat oil to 365 f.

2. in a medium bowl, combine flour, beer & creole seasoning. mix until smooth. dredge onion slices in the batter, until evenly coated. deep fry in the hot oil until golden brown. drain on paper towels.

doesn't that just make you FEEL like summer is here?

:)

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dowlings, out!