Fritura de Verduras

Fritura de Verduras is a delightful Spanish dish featuring a medley of seasonal vegetables, lightly battered and fried to a crisp golden perfection. This vegetarian treat is perfect as a main course or a tantalizing appetizer, bursting with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper - 100 grams
• Carrot - 100 grams
• Onion - 100 grams
• Chickpea flour - 100 grams
• Water - 150 ml
• Olive oil - 500 ml (for frying)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 10 grams (for garnish)

Steps

1. Wash and cut the zucchini, red bell pepper, carrot, and onion into thin strips.
2. In a bowl, combine the chickpea flour, water, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create a smooth batter.
3. Heat the olive oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
4. Dip each vegetable strip into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
5. Carefully place the battered vegetables into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
6. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch, turning occasionally for even cooking.
7. Remove the fried vegetables with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

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