Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Courgette
Discover the ultimate snack-worthy delight with this Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Courgette recipe! Perfectly golden and irresistibly crunchy, these courgette slices are coated in a flavorful batter made from chickpea flour, cornstarch, and a medley of bold spices like cumin, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. The addition of sparkling water gives the batter an airy, light texture, resulting in an impeccable crispy finish. With no dairy in sight, this plant-based recipe is ideal for vegans or those seeking a deliciously crunchy side dish or appetizer. Ready in just 35 minutes, these crispy fried courgettes are best served hot with your favorite dairy-free dipping sauce for an appetizer that's as crowd-pleasing as it is crave-worthy.
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Ingredients
- 2 large courgettes
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing the courgettes thoroughly. Cut them into thin slices, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, cornstarch, ground cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Step 3
Gradually add the sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking continually until a smooth and slightly thick batter forms.
Step 4
In a large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Step 5
Dip each courgette slice into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated.
Step 6
Carefully place the battered courgette slices into the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 7
Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes or until the courgette slices are golden brown and crispy.
Step 8
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried courgettes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Step 9
Serve the crispy fried courgettes immediately while they are hot and enjoy with a dairy-free dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1355.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4297.3 |
| Total Fat 428.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 268.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1324.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.2g | |
| Protein 35.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 177.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2469.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories