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Fried Basil Leaves

Fried basil leaves are a crispy and delicious snack. Serve them as an appetizer or place them on top of pasta or salad for a fun twist of flavor.




Be careful....deep fried basil can become addictive!

Ingredients:

  • 16 large fresh basil leaves
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sifted all-purpose flour
  • olive oil
  • salt, to taste

Preparation:

In a shallow bowl, whisk the flour and water together to form a smooth, milky consistency. Pour 3/4 inch of olive oil into a heavy saute pan and heat until a drop of the batter rises to the top immediately.

Dredge the basil leaves in the batter and fry in small batches, about 1 minute per side or until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels and immediately season with salt.






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