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Ingredients
| fresh basil: 16 leaves |
| water: 3/4 cup |
| all-purpose flour (unsifted): 1/2 cup |
| olive oil |
| salt (to taste) |
Fried Basil Leaves
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Prep Time
5 min -
Cook Time
5 min -
Servings
1 serving(s)
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- 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.