Sugar Snap Pea Tempura

1. 1

   Whisk together flour and beer in a bowl until smooth.

2. 2

   Heat 2 inches oil in a 4-quart heavy pot over moderate heat until it registers 365F on thermometer.

3. 3

   Working in batches of about 15, toss sugar snaps in batter until coated.

4. 4

   Lift sugar snaps out of batter 1 at a time, letting excess batter drip off, and transfer to oil.

5. 5

   Fry sugar snaps, turning with a slotted spoon, until golden, about 1 1/2 minutes.

6. 6

   Transfer with slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.

7. 7

   (Return oil to 365F between batches.)

8. 8

   Serve sugar snaps warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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