Fried Avocado Slices With Spicy Lime Cream Recipe

Name: Fried Avocado Slices With Spicy Lime Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; 3 tablespoons hot sauce; 4 firm-ripe avocados, peeled,pitted,and each sliced into 8 even pieces; 1 1/2 cups sour cream; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaf, plus; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves; 1/4 cup diced red onion; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided; vegetable oil, for frying; 1 1/2 cups fine yellow cornmeal; 3 tablespoons flour; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; lime wedge, for garnish; Emerils Essence Creole Seasoning also known as Bayou Blast use 3/4 tsp; 3 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups buttermilk
3 tablespoons hot sauce
4 firm-ripe avocados, peeled,pitted,and each sliced into 8 even pieces
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaf, plus
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
1/4 cup diced red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
vegetable oil, for frying
1 1/2 cups fine yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
lime wedge, for garnish
Emerils Essence Creole Seasoning also known as Bayou Blast use 3/4 tsp
3 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce and avocado slices.
2
Soak for 30 minutes.
3
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, red onion, jalapeno pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
4
Stir to combine.
5
Chill until ready to use.
6
In a medium deep-fryer, fill oil to a depth of 3 to 4 inches (no more than halfway up sides of the pan.) Heat oil to 375 degrees F over medium-high heat.
7
Combine cornmeal, flour, 3/4 tsp Essence, baking powder, and the remaining teaspoon of salt in a shallow dish.
8
Dredge soaked avocado slices in the cornmeal mixture, shaking to remove excess cornmeal.
9
Place avocado slices in the hot oil and fry until golden, about 1 to 2 minutes each side.
10
Using a slotted spoon, remove slices and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
11
Season with additional Essence.
12
Serve immediately with spicy lime crema and garnish with lime wedges.
13
For the Essence:
14
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups buttermilk, 3 tablespoons hot sauce, 4 firm-ripe avocados, peeled,pitted,and each sliced into 8 even pieces, 1 1/2 cups sour cream, and more.

Yes, Fried Avocado Slices With Spicy Lime Cream falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fried Avocado Slices With Spicy Lime Cream

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