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How to make courgette fritti – recipe
If you’re craving a carby heap of fried spuds, these aren’t for you, but if you’re after crisp, juicy veg, they make the perfect snack alongside a punchy dip
TL;DR
- Courgette fries are a crisp and juicy vegetable snack, distinct from traditional potato chips.
- The recipe requires preparing courgettes by salting them to remove excess water, which aids in achieving a crispier texture.
- A batter is made from flour, water, and whipped egg whites, into which the courgette matchsticks are dipped before frying.
- Frying is done in batches until golden, and the fries are kept warm in a low oven.
- Courgette fries pair well with dips like garlic mayonnaise, hot sauce, salsa verde, or a yogurt-based dip.