Fried Sage Leaves

By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen

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Fried Sage Leaves

Nutritional Info

Per serving: about -
cal 68
pro 0
total fat 7 g
sat. fat 1 g
carb 2 g
fibre 0 g
chol 16 mg
sodium 6 mg
% RDI: -
calcium 1
iron 1
vit A 1
folate 1
  • Portion size: 8

Crisp deep-fried sage leaves are conversation stoppers at a party, not to mention an intriguing way to use up a bountiful crop of sage from your garden.

Ingredients

  • 1 1egg yolkegg yolks
  • 3 tbsp 3tbspwater
  • 1 tsp 1tspanchovy paste
  • 3 tsp 3tspall-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp 1/4tsphot pepper flakes
  • 1 cup 1cupolive oil or vegetable oil
  • 24 24large sage leaves, with stems

Preparation

In bowl, whisk together egg yolk, water and anchovy paste until combined; whisk in flour and hot pepper flakes. Let stand for 5 minutes.

In saucepan or small deep skillet, heat oil over medium heat until deep-fryer thermometer registers 325°F (160°C). Holding stem, dip sage leaf into batter until well coated; deep-fry, in batches and turning once, until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

 

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