Cheesy Deep-Fried Broccoli

Name: Cheesy Deep-Fried Broccoli
Ingredients: Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening; 3/4 cup Pillsbury BEST All Purpose Flour; 4 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese finely, divided; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 3 cups broccoli florets cleaned and dried; 1 cup buttermilk; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

9 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening
3/4 cup Pillsbury BEST All Purpose Flour
4 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese finely, divided
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
3 cups broccoli florets cleaned and dried
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1

HEAT 2 or 3 inches shortening to 365°F in deep fryer or deep saucepan.
2

COMBINE 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons cheese and onion powder in large resealable food storage bag. Add broccoli. Shake to coat.
3

COMBINE buttermilk, baking powder, remaining 1/2 cup flour, remaining 2 tablespoons cheese, salt and pepper in small bowl. Stir until smooth. Dip several broccoli pieces in batter. Drain off excess.
4

FRY a few at a time 1 or 2 minutes or until deep golden brown, turning as needed for even browning. Remove with slotted spoon. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.