Fried Cucumbers

Name: Fried Cucumbers
Ingredients: 4 small Kirby cucumbers (about 1 lb.), cut into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick slices; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 3/4 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup self-rising white cornmeal mix; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 3/4 cup lemon-lime soft drink; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; Vegetable oil; Ranch dressing or desired sauce

10 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

4 small Kirby cucumbers (about 1 lb.), cut into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
3/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup self-rising white cornmeal mix
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
3/4 cup lemon-lime soft drink
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Vegetable oil
Ranch dressing or desired sauce

Directions

1

Arrange cucumber slices between layers of paper towels. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, and let stand 20 minutes.
2

Combine cornstarch and next 3 ingredients. Stir in soft drink and egg. Dip cucumber slices into batter.
3

Pour oil to depth of 1/2 inch into a large cast-iron or heavy skillet; heat to 375°. Fry cucumbers, 6 to 8 at a time, about 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, and serve immediately with dressing or sauce.
4

Note: We tested with White Lily Self-Rising White Cornmeal Mix.