Cornmeal Crusted Fried Green Beans
Cornmeal Crusted Fried Green Beans
Ingredients
For the Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
For the Crispy Coating
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional, for heat
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon mushroom powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, as needed for deep frying
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the green beans: Wash and trim the ends of the fresh green beans. Pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels. Excess moisture will prevent the coating from sticking.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Set up the coating stations: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and water until a thin, smooth batter forms. In a separate, shallow dish or pie plate, combine the cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, crushed red pepper (if using), Italian seasoning, mushroom powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all spices are evenly distributed.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Heat the oil: Pour the vegetable oil into a deep pot or Dutch oven, ensuring it is at least 2-3 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature. Do not overcrowd the pot when frying.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350
- 4
Coat the green beans: Working in small batches, dip a handful of green beans into the flour-water batter, shaking off any excess. Immediately transfer them to the cornmeal mixture, tossing gently to coat completely. Press the coating onto the beans to help it adhere. Place coated beans on a clean plate or baking sheet while you coat the rest.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Fry the green beans: Carefully lower the coated green beans into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to turn them occasionally for even cooking.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 350
- 6
Drain and serve: Remove the fried green beans from the oil with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Season immediately with a pinch of extra salt, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
⏱️ 5 min
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Cornmeal Crusted Fried Green Beans
Ingredients
For the Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
For the Crispy Coating
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, optional, for heat
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon mushroom powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 4 cups vegetable oil, as needed for deep frying
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the green beans: Wash and trim the ends of the fresh green beans. Pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels. Excess moisture will prevent the coating from sticking.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Set up the coating stations: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and water until a thin, smooth batter forms. In a separate, shallow dish or pie plate, combine the cornmeal, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, crushed red pepper (if using), Italian seasoning, mushroom powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all spices are evenly distributed.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Heat the oil: Pour the vegetable oil into a deep pot or Dutch oven, ensuring it is at least 2-3 inches deep. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature. Do not overcrowd the pot when frying.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 350 - 4
Coat the green beans: Working in small batches, dip a handful of green beans into the flour-water batter, shaking off any excess. Immediately transfer them to the cornmeal mixture, tossing gently to coat completely. Press the coating onto the beans to help it adhere. Place coated beans on a clean plate or baking sheet while you coat the rest.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Fry the green beans: Carefully lower the coated green beans into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to turn them occasionally for even cooking.
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 350 - 6
Drain and serve: Remove the fried green beans from the oil with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Season immediately with a pinch of extra salt, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
⏱️ 5 min