Fried Stuffed Olives

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   Begin by taking the olives and place them on some paper towels.

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   Remove as much moisture from the exterior of the olive as possible.

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   Next, get your dredging station ready.

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   In one bowl, add the water to the beaten egg, and mix for your egg wash. Add the flour to another bowl, and the breadcrumbs to another bowl.

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   Take a small fry pan and add the oil, heating it for about 5 minutes or so, or until you reach about 350 degrees F.

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   Take a a few of the olives and toss them into the flour bowl.

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   Shake them around to fully coat, then add into the egg wash. Make sure the olives get a nice coating of egg, then move them into the panko breadcrumbs, tossing to make sure you have a nice even coating of breadcrumbs.

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   Add these to the hot oil, and cook for a few minutes, turning once with a spoon.

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   Once they are golden brown, remove them with a slotted spoon onto some paper towels to remove any access oil.

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    To serve, simply pop them into your mouth.

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    Go figure!

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    I served mine up in a martini glass for presentation, which Im certain will be a hit at your next party.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.