AVOCADO FRIES

[nverland]

AVOCADO FRIES
PREP TIME 10 mins COOK TIME 15 mins TOTAL TIME 25 mins Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS
Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut)
¾ cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 avocado,* peeled, seeded and sliced into ¼-inch thick pieces
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Greek seasoning or your favorite seasoning medley may be substituted)
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon hot sauce
½ cup beer

INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oil in a heavy bottomed pot over medium-high heat to 375-degrees F. Oil should be at least 2-inches deep.
Spread ¼ cup of the all-purpose flour on a small baking sheet or plate. Lightly coat avocado slices in flour.
In a shallow bowl or rimmed plate, whisk together remaining flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add hot sauce and beer; mix until smooth.
Working in batches, add coated avocado to the batter, gently toss to coat. Carefully add batter coated avocado to the hot oil one at a time. Fry for about 1½-2 minutes or until golden. Remove and let drain on paper towels. Monitor oil temperature as batches are frying to maintain consistent 375-degrees F.

NOTES
*Depending on the size of the avocado, thickness of slices, and how thick pieces are battered, there may be enough batter leftover for frying more avocado.