Deep Fried Garlic Cloves and Green Olives
Crispy, golden, and utterly irresistible, Deep Fried Garlic Cloves and Green Olives are the snack you didn’t know you needed. This quick and easy appetizer combines the mild, caramelized sweetness of whole garlic cloves with the briny tang of green olives, all enveloped in a light, tempura-style batter made with cold sparkling water for an extra-crispy finish. Perfectly fried to perfection in just minutes, these bite-sized delights are an elegant yet crowd-pleasing choice for entertaining or as a unique side dish. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a gourmet touch. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a savory indulgence, this recipe delivers on flavor, texture, and culinary flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 large garlic cloves
- 12 pitted green olives
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.75 cups sparkling water (cold)
- 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Peel the garlic cloves and set them aside. Ensure they are whole and not crushed.
Rinse the pitted green olives under cool water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and ground black pepper.
Slowly add the cold sparkling water to the dry mixture, whisking continuously until a smooth, thick batter forms. Ensure there are no lumps.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature.
Dip each garlic clove into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated, and carefully lower it into the hot oil.
Repeat with the green olives, coating them in the batter and frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry the garlic cloves and olives for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the deep-fried garlic cloves and green olives immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside a dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 735.3 g | 943% | |
| Saturated Fat | 105.1 g | 526% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3804 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.9 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 504 mg | 11% | |
*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.
