Apple rings in batter

Ingredients:

• 2 apples, peeled, cored and sliced ​​into 0.5 cm thick rings
• 1 cup wheat flour
• 3 tbsp. granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup cold beer (not dark)
• 10 cups vegetable oil for deep-frying
• Powdered sugar for sprinkling

Preparation:

1. Combine the flour, sugar, and salt, then add the beer and stir. Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed 5-quart saucepan until it reaches 180°C (350°F) on a candy thermometer. A candy thermometer is essential for deep-frying. Between batches, check to see if the oil has returned to 190°C (350°F), otherwise the apples will absorb it.
2. Dip the apple rings in the batter, shake off any excess, and fry, about 8 at a time, until golden brown, about 1.5 minutes per side. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the apples to a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Serve warm, sprinkled with powdered sugar.