Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Courgette
Indulge in the perfect snack or side dish with this *Dairy-Free Crispy Fried Courgette* recipe, where tender slices of courgette are transformed into golden, crunchy delights. Coated in a lusciously spiced batter made from chickpea flour, cornstarch, and a hint of cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, these fritters are irresistibly flavorful. The secret to their unparalleled crispiness lies in the use of sparkling water, which creates a light and airy coating that fries up to perfection in hot vegetable oil. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vegan-friendly recipe is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with your favorite dairy-free dipping sauce. Whether served as an appetizer, snack, or side dish, these crispy courgettes are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Start by washing the courgettes thoroughly. Cut them into thin slices, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, cornstarch, ground cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Gradually add the sparkling water to the dry ingredients, whisking continually until a smooth and slightly thick batter forms.
In a large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Dip each courgette slice into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated.
Carefully place the battered courgette slices into the hot oil, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry each batch for about 3-4 minutes or until the courgette slices are golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried courgettes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried courgettes immediately while they are hot and enjoy with a dairy-free dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 428.8 g | 550% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.9 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1325 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.6 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2469 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
