Fried Green Beans

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 5 min./batch
Yield 4 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
A quick blanch and a bubbly batter turn fresh green beans into crispy, golden fried green beans with a shatteringly light coating.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 to 1 cup club soda
  • 1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
  • Oil for deep-fat frying

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, just until beans turn bright green, 2-3 minutes. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry.
  2. In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, baking powder and seasonings. Stir in club soda and egg (batter may be slightly lumpy).
  3. Dip the beans into the batter and then directly into hot oil. Fry beans, a few at a time, for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. If desired, serve with dipping sauce of choice.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 178 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 805mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.

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