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deep fried veggie mix

Deep-Fried vegetable Balls

These deep-fried vegetable balls have a perfectly crispy outside and a tender, sweet inside. A delicious way to eat more veggies.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: asian
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 4410kcal
Author: Lei

Ingredients

  • 2 cup cabbage finely chopped
  • 1 cup carrot shredded then finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 L oil
  • 2-3 tablespoon water depends how much water the veggies release

Instructions

  • Releasing the water: Mix all the chopped veggies, salt and sugar. Set aside for 10 minutes so the veggies will release some water.
  • Making the batter: Mix in the flour and water until they are sticky enough. Form the mixture into balls about the size of golf balls.
  • Deep frying: Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Fry the veggies balls until they are lightly browned and cooked through.

Notes

  • Prep the Vegetables: Chop the cabbage and celery into very small pieces. This makes them easier to blend with the flour and ensures they cook fast.
  • Vegetable-to-Flour Ratio: Aim for roughly four parts of vegetables to one part flour in your mixture. Adjust the moisture by adding more flour or water. The goal is to create a sticky mixture that can be shaped into balls.
  • Check Oil Temperature: To see if the oil is hot enough for frying, sprinkle a bit of batter into it. If the batter sizzles upon contact, the oil is ready to use.

Nutrition

Calories: 4410kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 474g | Saturated Fat: 35g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 133g | Monounsaturated Fat: 300g | Trans Fat: 2g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 440mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 10874IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 3mg