Fried Green Beans Salad Recipe
Make Fried Green Beans Salad Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Fried Coating
Dressing
Method
Prepare Salad Ingredients
- 1
Trim and Cut Green Beans
Rinse the fresh green beans under cold water. Trim the ends and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
- 2
Prepare Cherry Tomatoes
Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
- 3
Slice Red Onion
Peel and thinly slice the red onion.
- 4
Dice Cucumber
Peel the cucumber (if desired) and dice it into small cubes.
Fry Green Beans
- 5
Mix Coating
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Prepare Batter
Gradually add ice water to the dry ingredients, stirring until you achieve a smooth batter.
- 7
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 8
Coat and Fry
Dip the trimmed green beans in the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place them in the hot oil and fry until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes). Remove and drain on paper towels.
Prepare Dressing
- 9
Mix Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assemble Salad
- 10
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the fried green beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber.
- 11
Add Dressing
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.