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Vegetables in Channel Islands Beer Batter

From the Kitchen of: Jennifer

1	tbsp	baking powder
1/4	tbsp	baking soda
1	tbsp	seasoning salt
1/4	tbsp	onion powder
1/4	tbsp	white pepper
1/2	tbsp	garlic powder
1/3	cup	corn starch
2		eggs
1	22 oz bottle	Channel Islands Ale white flour
		large onions, sliced for rings
		assorted fresh vegetables in large bite size pieces

Suggested vegetables: carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, etc.
Separate the eggs, setting the whites aside
Beat the egg yolks with remaining ingredients, with the exception of the flour. Add flour until mixture reaches the consistency of pancake batter. Chill for 1 hour in the refrigerator
Just before use, whip egg whites until stiff. Fold into batter
Heat oil in a deep fryer, between 160° and 170°
Hand dip the onion rings or vegetable bites into the beer batter. Separate and drop into the hot oil one by one.
Deep fry until golden brown
Serve with ranch dressing or ketchup, if desired