Fried Fennel

How to make Fried Fennel Recipe

4 SERVINGS

Ingredients:
Fennel bulbs, 1/4-inch (.6 cm) slices
as needed All-purpose flour, for dusting
to taste Salt

For the Tempura Batter:
2 Eggs
2 cups Water, ice cold
2 cups All-purpose flour, sifted
to taste Coarse salt
as needed Vegetable oil, for deep-frying

Method:
Combine the eggs and water; whisk, blending in flour and salt; stir in lightly (do not beat). Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Dust the fennel with the flour. Shake off the excess flour.

Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Dip the fennel in the batter, shake off excess, and fry until golden brown.

Drain on paper towels. Season lightly with salt. Serve hot.