Fritto Misto di Verdura (Mixed Fried Vegetables) Recipe

Name: Fritto Misto di Verdura (Mixed Fried Vegetables)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound sweet peas in pod; 1/4 pound green beans, ends snapped off; 1 head broccoli, cut into thin spears; 1 bunch scallions, root ends and greens removed; 1 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds; 1 summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds; 1 sweet yellow bell pepper, cored and cut into 1/2-inch thick strips; 3 lemons, cut into wedges; 2 cups cornstarch; 2 quarts extra virgin olive oil, for frying; Salt, to taste

Servings: persons

1/4 pound sweet peas in pod
1/4 pound green beans, ends snapped off
1 head broccoli, cut into thin spears
1 bunch scallions, root ends and greens removed
1 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
1 summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
1 sweet yellow bell pepper, cored and cut into 1/2-inch thick strips
3 lemons, cut into wedges
2 cups cornstarch
2 quarts extra virgin olive oil, for frying
Salt, to taste

1
Heat the oil in a deep pan with a basket until just smoking.
2
In a wide, shallow bowl, mix half the vegetables and 1/3 of the lemon wedges.
3
Sprinkle with 1 cup cornstarch and toss quickly with hands to coat.
4
Toss into a large strainer with a handle and bat against hands to remove excess cornstarch.
5
Drop the coated vegetables and lemons into the oil and cook until golden brown and crispy (about 2 minutes).
6
Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
7
Immediately repeat with the 1/3 of the remaining lemons and all remaining vegetables.
8
Season the hot fried foods with salt and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 pound sweet peas in pod, 1/4 pound green beans, ends snapped off, 1 head broccoli, cut into thin spears, 1 bunch scallions, root ends and greens removed, and more.

Yes, Fritto Misto di Verdura (Mixed Fried Vegetables) falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Fritto Misto di Verdura (Mixed Fried Vegetables)

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