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Colombian Fried Bites 3

Serves 4 to 6 Appetizer vegetarian, Appetizers

Colombian Fried Bites 3

Colombian Fried Bites 3 is a beloved dish found on many Colombian home tables, where cooks rely on their instincts to season with just the right amount of salt and use oil liberally for frying. It's a dish meant for sharing, bringing people together to enjoy its crispy, savory goodness.

This home-style version captures the essence of Colombian family cooking, using simple ingredients like vegetables, flour, and a squeeze of lemon to enhance the flavors. The result is a delightful combination of textures and tastes, with a hint of salt and pepper to round it off.

Ingredients

  • 400 gvegetables — sliced
  • 100 gflour
  • for fryingoil
  • lemon — to serve
  • to tastefine sea salt and black pepper

Method

  1. Begin by preparing the vegetables. Wash and dry 400 g of your chosen vegetables thoroughly. Cut them into bite-sized pieces, ensuring uniformity for even cooking. Set them aside in a large bowl.
  2. In the same bowl, add 100 g of flour to the vegetables. Toss the vegetables gently to coat them evenly with the flour. This will help achieve a crispy texture when fried.
  3. Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be deep enough to submerge the vegetables partially. To test if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of floured vegetable into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
  4. Carefully add the floured vegetables to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy, which should take a few minutes per batch. Use a slotted spoon to remove the vegetables and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  5. Once all the vegetables are fried, transfer them to a serving platter. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top to add a bright, tangy flavor. Season generously with fine sea salt and black pepper to taste, ensuring each piece is well seasoned.
  6. Serve the Colombian Fried Bites immediately while they are hot and crispy. Enjoy them as a snack or a side dish, perfect for sharing around the table.
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From the cookbook

Authentic Colombian Cuisine

This recipe is from Authentic Colombian Cuisine by Yassine Sbiti — the Colombian volume in the ComidaTime International Cuisines series.

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