Peixinhos da Horta (Green Bean Tempura)

Ingredients

• 1 pound Green Beans
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1/4 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 cup Sparkling Water
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. 1Wash and trim the green beans.
2. 2In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
3. 3Gradually add sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth. Do not overmix.
4. 4Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
5. 5Dip green beans into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
6. 6Carefully drop the battered green beans into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
7. 7Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
8. 8Remove green beans from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

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