Beer Battered Fried Vegetables

"My family really likes these fried vegetables for a change of pace, especially when it's near fair time. You can use any type of dipping sauce that you enjoy with these vegetables."


INGREDIENTS:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups beer
2 eggs
1 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups vegetable oil for frying
1 carrot, cut into thick strips
1 onion, sliced into rings
6 fresh mushrooms, stems removed
1 green bell pepper, sliced in rings

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DIRECTIONS:
In a medium bowl, mix together 1 1/2 cup flour and beer with a wooden spoon; let stand for at least 3 hours at room temperature.
Mix eggs and milk in a small bowl. In a separate bowl mix together 1/2 cup flour and salt and pepper.
Heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Dip each vegetable in the egg and milk mixture. Next dip the vegetable into the flour and seasoning mixture, finally dip the vegetable in the beer and flour mixture. Place the vegetables into the oil and fry until golden brown,