Deep-Fried Broccoli and Carrots in Scallion and Caper Beer Batter

Deep-Fried Broccoli and Carrots in Scallion and Caper Beer Batter
Deep-Fried Broccoli and Carrots in Scallion and Caper Beer Batter
Beer makes for a particularly crisp batter here, and the capers add piquancy. The broccoli and carrots work well in this recipe, but cooks might use other favorite vegetables too, adjusting the deep-frying time as necessary.
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  • Served Person: Serves 4 to 6
Beer Appetizer Side Fry Quick & Easy Broccoli Carrot Gourmet Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • vegetable oil for deep-frying
  • Carbohydrate 37 g(12%)
  • Fat 37 g(56%)
  • Fiber 5 g(19%)
  • Protein 7 g(14%)
  • Saturated Fat 2 g(12%)
  • Sodium 636 mg(27%)
  • Calories 508

Preparation Preheat the oven to 325°F. In a bowl whisk together the flour, the beer, the scallions, the capers, and the salt. In a heavy kettle heat 1 1/2 inches of the oil to 375°F. on a deep-fat thermometer, working in batches dip the broccoli in the batter, and fry it in the oil for 3 minutes, or until golden, transferring it as it is fried to paper towels to drain. Dip the carrots in the batter and fry them for 2 minutes in the same manner.

Preparation Preheat the oven to 325°F. In a bowl whisk together the flour, the beer, the scallions, the capers, and the salt. In a heavy kettle heat 1 1/2 inches of the oil to 375°F. on a deep-fat thermometer, working in batches dip the broccoli in the batter, and fry it in the oil for 3 minutes, or until golden, transferring it as it is fried to paper towels to drain. Dip the carrots in the batter and fry them for 2 minutes in the same manner.