The "Holsten’s" Finale Onion Rings
Show Context
The final scene. Tony, Carmela, and AJ sit in a booth at Holsten’s. 'Best in the state,' Tony says of the onion rings. They eat them whole. Then the screen cuts to black.
Crispy, beer-battered onion rings. The last meal.
Instructions
- 01
Cut: Slice onions into thick rings. Separate them.
- 02
Soak: Soak rings in ice water for 30 minutes (makes them crisp). Pat dry.
- 03
Batter: Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and paprika. Whisk in the beer until smooth. It should be like paint.
- 04
Dust: Toss onion rings in a little dry flour first, then dip into the batter. Shake off excess.
- 05
Fry: Heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Fry in batches until golden brown and puffy (2-3 minutes).
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Drain: Drain on a wire rack, not paper towels (to keep them crisp). Salt immediately.
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Serve: Put the bowl in the middle of the table. Put a coin in the jukebox ('Don't Stop Believin''). Look up at the door every time the bell rings.
- 08
Note: [Screen goes black]