Fried Basil Leaves

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Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, whisk the flour and water together to form a smooth, milky consistency.
  2. 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.
  3. Dredge the basil leaves in the batter and fry in small batches, about 1 minute per side or until golden brown.
  4. Transfer to paper towels and immediately season with salt.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

318 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.4g 7% DV
Total Fat 25.4g 33% DV
Carbs 19.7g 7% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9692mg 100% DV
Potassium 102.8mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 66mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 4.5mg 5% DV
Calcium 56.8mg 4% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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