Fried Green Beans with Coconut
Bring bold, tropical flavors to your table with these irresistible Fried Green Beans with Coconut—a crispy, golden-brown snack or side dish that’s sure to impress. Fresh, tender green beans are coated in a rich, coconut milk-based batter, then rolled in a crunchy mixture of unsweetened shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs for an irresistible texture. Fried to perfection, each bite boasts a delightful contrast of creamy, nutty sweetness and savory seasoning, thanks to the addition of garlic powder and a hint of black pepper. Perfect for entertaining or spicing up weeknight dinners, these green beans are best served warm with a tangy yogurt dip or sweet chili sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a quick and crowd-pleasing way to elevate a simple vegetable into a gourmet treat. Keywords: fried green beans, coconut batter, crispy vegetable snack, panko breadcrumbs, tropical recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 60 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 180 milliliters coconut milk
- 100 grams unsweetened shredded coconut
- 100 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Rinse the green beans thoroughly and trim off the ends. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, and ground black pepper.
Slowly pour the coconut milk into the dry ingredient mixture while whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the green beans but still pourable.
In a shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs. Mix well to evenly distribute the coconut.
Set up a coating station: one bowl with the batter, one dish with the coconut-panko mixture, and a plate for the coated green beans.
Dip each green bean into the batter, letting any excess drip off. Then roll the bean in the coconut-panko mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coating. Place the coated beans on the plate and repeat with the remaining green beans.
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). To test if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and rise to the surface immediately.
Carefully fry the coated green beans in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Fry each batch for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried green beans to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the fried green beans warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili or a tangy yogurt dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.3 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 704 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 447 mg | 10% | |
*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.
