Jul 13 2026
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Lil Fry Basket (va) Recipe

Inspired by 3rd Shift Kitchen
Time45m
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Batter

Vegetables

Oil for Frying

Dipping Sauce

Method

Prepare the Batter

  1. 1

    Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 2

    Add Cold Water

    Gradually add the cold water to the dry mixture while whisking until you achieve a smooth, thick batter. Set aside.

Prepare the Vegetables

  1. 3

    Chop the Vegetables

    Wash and cut the zucchini into thin rounds, slice the mushrooms, dice the bell peppers, and chop the onion into bite-sized pieces.

Fry the Vegetables

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Dip and Fry

    Take each vegetable piece, dip it into the prepared batter, allowing the excess to drip off, and carefully place it into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.

  3. 6

    Cook Until Golden

    Fry the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried vegetables and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Prepare the Dipping Sauce

  1. 7

    Mix the Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, and lime juice. Mix well until smooth.

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