Crispy Fried Green Bean Fritters (香脆豆饼)
香脆豆饼 (Crispy Fried Green Bean Fritters) are a popular dish in Shanxi Cuisine, known for their crunchy texture and savory flavor. This recipe is a delightful way to enjoy green beans in a new and exciting form.
Ingredients
- 500g fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the beaten eggs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the green beans to the egg mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Gradually add the flour to the green beans, stirring until well coated.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Working in batches, carefully drop spoonfuls of the green bean mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the crispy fried green bean fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 8g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
Supplies
Large bowl Deep skillet Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Frying pan
Serving suggestions
These crispy fried green bean fritters are best served as an appetizer or snack, accompanied by a tangy dipping sauce.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika to the flour mixture for a spicy kick.
Cost
$5