Crispy White Beans With Chili Oil

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   RICE COATING: Grind the rice in a blender until very fine.

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   Put it in a bowl and add the all-purpose flour, semolina, salt and pepper.

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   Toss until well blended and set aside 1 cup of coating for this recipe.

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   Store the remainder in a sealed container in the freezer for maximum freshness.

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   In a bowl, let the beans soak in the buttermilk for a few minutes, then drain in a sieve.

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   Place the sieve over a bowl.

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   Heat 3/4 cup olive oil and the chili oil in a 10-inch skillet over high heat.

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   While the oil is heating, sprinkle the coating over the beans and shake in the sieve to coat the beans well.

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   Repeat with the coating that falls into the bowl.

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    Don't worry if they don't absorb all the coating.

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    Carefully add the beans to the hot oil, spread them into an even layer, and cook without stirring until they are browned and crisp on the bottom, 6 to 7 minutes.

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    Turn with a spatula and brown on the other side, another 5 to 6 minutes, adjusting the heat so they don't burn.

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    When they are evenly browned, add sliced garlic and brown for another 3 minutes.

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    Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

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    Add chiles to the pan, and continue to fry for another 15 seconds before adding the sage.

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    With a slotted spoon, transfer the beans to paper towels to drain.

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    Saute until the leaves turn crisp, about 1 minute.

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    Top with lemon zest, then remove from the heat.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.