Vegan Crispy Fried Greens
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of **Vegan Crispy Fried Greens**, a plant-based snack that's brimming with flavor and texture. This vegan recipe transforms nutrient-rich kale, spinach, and Swiss chard into golden, crispy bites with a light, airy batter made from chickpea flour, cornstarch, and aromatic seasonings like garlic powder and paprika. Perfectly fried until crisp in vegetable oil, each leaf delivers a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with your favorite dips or stands alone as a show-stopping appetizer. Ready in under 30 minutes, this guilt-free treat is easy to prepare and a fantastic way to enjoy leafy greens in a fun, delicious way. Whether served as a snack or a side dish, this recipe is ideal for any gathering or cozy night in — a must-try for vegans and food lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
Wash the kale, spinach, and Swiss chard leaves thoroughly and pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel. Remove any tough stems.
In a large bowl, mix the chickpea flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until well combined.
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.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Dip each leaf into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated, and allow any excess batter to drip off.
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.
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.
Repeat the frying process for the remaining leaves.
Serve the crispy fried greens immediately as a delicious snack or side dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.5 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 722 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 608 mg | 13% | |
*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.
