Fried Green Beans, Scallions and Brussels Sprouts W

Name: Fried Green Beans, Scallions and Brussels Sprouts With Buttermilk-Cornmeal Coating
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup cornstarch; 2 tablespoons fine polenta or cornmeal; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus additional for sprinkling; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 cup less 2 tablespoons buttermilk or yogurt thinned with milk; 3 tablespoons cold sparkling water; 1/2 pound green beans; 1/2 pound brussels sprouts; 2 bunches scallions; Canola or grapeseed oil for frying

Servings: persons

1
Combine cornstarch, polenta or cornmeal, salt and baking powder in a bowl and whisk together.
2
Add buttermilk and sparkling water and whisk together until mixture is blended and has the consistency of thick cream.
3
Top and tail beans.
4
Trim brussels sprouts and quarter.
5
Trim root end off the scallions and cut away dark green ends.
6
Pour oil into a wok or wide saucepan to a depth of 3 inches and heat over medium-high heat to 360 to 375 degrees.
7
Set up a sheet pan with a rack on it next to the pan.
8
Cover rack with a few layers of paper towels.
9
Have a spider or deep fry skimmer handy for removing vegetables from the oil.
10
Using tongs, dip vegetables into batter a few at a time, making sure to coat thoroughly.
11
Transfer to hot oil and fry until golden brown, which should not take more than a couple of minutes.
12
Flip over halfway through with the spider to make sure the coating is evenly fried.
13
It is important not to crowd pan and to let oil come back up to temperature between batches.
14
Using the spider, remove vegetables from oil, allowing excess oil to drip back into pan, and drain on towel-covered rack.
15
Sprinkle with salt right away if desired.
16
Allow to cool slightly and serve.

492

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup cornstarch, 2 tablespoons fine polenta or cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus additional for sprinkling, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Fried Green Beans, Scallions and Brussels Sprouts With Buttermilk-Cornmeal Coating 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 Green Beans, Scallions and Brussels Sprouts With Buttermilk-Cornmeal Coating

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