Vegan Crispy Fried Greens
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, Vegan Crispy Fried Greens are the ultimate plant-based snack or side dish! This recipe transforms nutrient-packed kale, spinach, and Swiss chard into light, crispy bites using a simple chickpea flour batter infused with smoky paprika and garlicky goodness. Perfectly fried to crunchy perfection in just minutes, these greens are a vegan twist on classic fried snacks that's both satisfying and easy to make. With minimal prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients like chickpea flour and cornstarch, this recipe is ideal for health-conscious foodies seeking indulgent textures without compromising on flavor. Serve these crispy delights fresh as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, party snack, or unique side dish for any meal.
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Ingredients
- 100 g Kale leaves
- 100 g Spinach leaves
- 100 g Swiss chard leaves
- 100 g Chickpea flour
- 50 g Cornstarch
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 250 ml Water
- 500 ml Vegetable oil (for frying)
Directions
Step 1
Wash the kale, spinach, and Swiss chard leaves thoroughly and pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel. Remove any tough stems.
Step 2
In a large bowl, mix the chickpea flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to create a smooth batter. Adjust the quantity of water if necessary to achieve a consistency similar to pancake batter.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Step 5
Dip each leaf into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated, and allow any excess batter to drip off.
Step 6
Carefully place the battered leaves into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each batch for 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Step 7
Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried greens from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 8
Repeat the frying process for the remaining leaves.
Step 9
Serve the crispy fried greens immediately as a delicious snack or side dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1219.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4974.7 |
| Total Fat 508.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 72.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3219.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 126.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.4g | |
| Protein 32.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 372.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2351.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories