Onion Patties

2 1/2 cups onions, finely diced (I just chop about 3 medium onions for this)
1 green onion, finely chopped (optional)
3/4 cup flour
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt (can use regular salt)
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
black pepper (optional)
3/4 cup milk
oil (for frying, do not use olive oil)
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Chop the onions finely (I chop them about 1/4-inch) then place into a bowl.
In another large bowl mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, seasoning salt, cayenne, garlic powder (if using) and a small amount of black pepper; mix to combine well.
Add in the milk and whisk until thoroughly combined (the batter will be thick!).
Add in the chopped onions and green onions and mix with a wooden spoon until combined.
In a large non-stick frypan, heat a small amount of oil to medium-hot, adding in more oil as needed as the patties will absorb too much oil if you add in a large amount of oil at one time.
Drop the batter from a tablespoon (no more than about a tablespoon!) into about 1/2-inch of hot oil (I slide the batter off using off another spoon).
Flatten slightly with the spoon or spatula.
Sprinkle with a little salt.
Fry until crispy and brown on both sides.
**NOTE** these tend to hold a bit of oil so drain well on paper towels.