The Outback Steakhouse Blooming Onion

Ingredients

• 1 large white onion
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 quart vegetable oil
• Chipotle, Thousand Island or other dipping sauce optional