Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Greens
Elevate your snack game with this irresistible Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Greens recipe—a crunchy and flavorful twist on healthy greens! Featuring tender kale and baby spinach dipped in a spiced chickpea flour batter and fried to golden perfection, this vegan recipe is a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and indulgent texture. Enhanced with hints of garlic, onion, and smoked paprika, these airy, crispy bites are gluten-free and dairy-free, making them suitable for various dietary preferences. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, these fried greens are an ideal appetizer, side dish, or crowd-pleasing snack. Serve them hot for maximum crunch and pair with your favorite dipping sauce for a satisfying treat that's both comforting and plant-based.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams kale leaves
- 100 grams baby spinach
- 240 ml cold water
- 120 grams chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 500 ml neutral oil for frying (like canola or sunflower)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the kale and spinach. Remove the tough stems from the kale and tear the leaves into large, bite-sized pieces. Keep the spinach leaves whole.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cold water, chickpea flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and baking powder until smooth and no lumps remain.
Step 3
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). Use a thermometer to ensure the correct temperature. If you do not have a thermometer, test by dropping a bit of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and turn golden brown within a few seconds.
Step 4
Dip a few pieces of kale and spinach into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off before carefully placing them into the hot oil.
Step 5
Fry the greens in batches, using a slotted spoon to gently turn them for even cooking, until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes per batch.
Step 6
Carefully remove the fried greens from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining greens.
Step 7
Season with additional salt, if desired, and serve immediately for the best crunch.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1176.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4901.2 |
| Total Fat 510.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.9g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2825.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 98.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.6g | |
| Protein 38.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 481.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2086.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories