Frittura di Verdure e Pesce

Frittura di Verdure e Pesce is a delightful Italian dish featuring a crispy assortment of seasonal vegetables and fresh seafood, lightly battered and fried to perfection. This dish brings together the flavors of the sea and garden, making it a perfect appetizer or main course for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 100 grams
• Eggplant - 100 grams
• Bell pepper - 100 grams
• Small squid - 150 grams
• Shrimp - 150 grams
• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Cornstarch - 50 grams
• Sparkling water - 150 ml
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - for frying
• Lemon wedges - for serving

Steps

1. Begin by washing and slicing the zucchini and eggplant into thin rounds, and cut the bell pepper into strips.
2. Clean the squid, removing the beak and innards, then cut it into rings.
3. Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails intact for presentation.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
5. Gradually add the sparkling water to the flour mixture, whisking until the batter is smooth and slightly bubbly.
6. Heat olive oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
7. Dip the sliced vegetables and seafood pieces into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off.
8. Fry the battered vegetables and seafood in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
9. Remove the fried items and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
10. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the frittura.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood, promoting muscle health.
• Contains a variety of vegetables that provide essential vitamins and antioxidants.

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