Fritto Misto di Verdura (Mixed Fried Vegetables)

Name: Fritto Misto di Verdura (Mixed Fried Vegetables)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 head broccoli, cut into thin spears; 473 milliliters cornstarch; 2 liters extra virgin olive oil, for frying; 113 grams green beans, ends snapped off; 3 lemons, cut into wedges; 113 grams sweet peas in pod; 6 servings Salt, to taste; 1 bunch scallions, root ends and greens removed; 1 summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds; 1 sweet yellow bell pepper, cored and cut into 1/2-inch thick strips; 1 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds

Fritto Misto di Verdura (Mixed Fried Vegetables) might be just the side dish you are searching for. This gluten free and vegan recipe serves 6. One serving contains 530 calories, 6g of protein, and 32g of fat. Head to the store and pick up lemons, scallions, bell pepper, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 15 minutes.

Instructions

Heat the oil in a deep pan with a basket until just smoking. In a wide, shallow bowl, mix half the vegetables and 1/3 of the lemon wedges.

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Lemon Wedge

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Sprinkle with 1 cup cornstarch and toss quickly with hands to coat. Toss into a large strainer with a handle and bat against hands to remove excess cornstarch. Drop the coated vegetables and lemons into the oil and cook until golden brown and crispy (about 2 minutes).

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Lemon

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Sieve

Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Immediately repeat with the 1/3 of the remaining lemons and all remaining vegetables. Season the hot fried foods with salt and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

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Lemon Wedge

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