Batter

Batter

Ingredients/Components

• salt - 1/2 tsp
• flour - 1/4 c
• cornstarch - 3/4 c
• egg, slightly beaten - 1 item
• water - 1/2 c
• baking powder - 1 tsp
• pepper - 1/4 tsp

How to make batter:

In bowl, stir together first 5 ingredients. Add water and egg. Stir until smooth. Pour 1 quart (about) corn oil into large skillet to depth of 1/2-inch, filling no more than 1/3 full. Heat over medium heat to 375°. Dip 4 cups cut-up vegetables, such as zucchini, carrots, onion and mushrooms, or 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes, a few at a time, into batter. Stir batter occasionally. Carefully add vegetables or chicken to hot oil, a few pieces at a time. Fry 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels. Serves 4 to 6.

Herb Batter: Add 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves and 1 clove garlic, minced.

Beer Batter: Omit water. Add 1/3 cup cold beer.

Recipe categories: < 15 mins, Appetizers, 5 ingredients or less.