Peixinhos da Horta (Portuguese Fried Green Beans)
A delightful Portuguese appetizer or side dish featuring green beans that are battered and fried until crispy. This recipe is gluten-free and nut-free for a safe and enjoyable meal.
Ingredients
- about 450 g Green beans
- 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Sparkling water
- 3 cups Vegetable oil
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Wash and trim the green beans. Pat them dry.
- 2In a bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3Gradually whisk in sparkling water until a smooth batter forms.
- 4Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 175°C.
- 5Dip green beans in the batter and carefully place them in the hot oil.
- 6Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 8Serve immediately.
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