Fried Broccoli Melt

Izzy Knight's Note:

Cheesy fried broccoli. A real kid pleaser. Recipe from Crisco.com

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• shortening (for deep frying)
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided
• 4 tablespoons grated American cheese, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 3 cups broccoli florets, cleaned and dried (you can steam them first to have a tender texture or just use raw)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1. Heat 2 or 3 inches shortening to 365°F in deep fryer or deep saucepan.
2. Combine 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons cheese and onion powder in large plastic bag.
3. Add broccoli.
4. Shake to coat.
5. Combine buttermilk, baking powder, remaining 1/2 cup flour, remaining 2 tablespoons cheese and salt in small bowl.
6. Stir until smooth.
7. Dip several broccoli pieces in batter.
8. Drain off excess.
9. Fry a few at a time in Crisco Shortening heated to 365°F.
10. Fry 1 or 2 minutes or until deep golden brown.
11. Turn as needed for even browning.
12. Remove with slotted spoon.
13. Drain on paper towels.
14. Serve immediately.

Reviews

[Darlene Summers]

Izzy, Thanks for the great recipe,these crispy bites were sooooo good,I also did some cauliflower,and mushrooms.GREAT!!! Thanks again, Darlene Summers

[Dreamgoddess]

I made these using cheddar cheese instead of American. We thought they were good, but just not quite salty enough. Next time I'll add more salt than the recipe calls for.