Turn on your deep fryer, or pour some oil in a large dutch oven and use a thermometer to monitor the temperature on the stove stop, bring it to about 375 degrees F.

Slice your shallots like you would onion rings. You want circles similar to an onion ring. It's okay if some are bigger or smaller. It's all good.

In one bowl combine the flour, salt and pepper. Mix and set aside.

In another large bowl combine the pancake mix, salt, and pepper with fizzy water. Whisk briefly till smooth, but still the odd lump.

Now dunk the shallot in the flour mixture first, then immediately dunk it in the pancake batter, then drop in the hot oil. Cook for a few minutes until they turn golden brown. This will take a few minutes, probably 5 or 6. Do in small batches so they don't stick together.

Remove from the oil with a spider tool and place them on a paper towel lined plate to drain off excess fat.

You can sprinkle with more salt and pepper if you like. I don't care for it much, it's a personal choice.

Serve with a big old genius shallot ring smile!