Herb Fritters

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together flours, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Make a well in the center and add egg yolk and oil.
3. 3
   Beat egg yolk and oil together, add sparkling water and mix in flour.
4. 4
   Whisk until smooth.
5. 5
   Cover with plastic and let sit for 2 hours.
6. 6
   Beat egg white to stiff but not dry peaks and fold into batter.
7. 7
   Fold in finely chopped herbs and greens.
8. 8
   Pour oil into a wok or wide saucepan to a depth of 3 inches and heat over medium-high heat to 360 to 375 degrees.
9. 9
   Set up a sheet pan with a rack on it next to pan.
10. 10
    Cover rack with a few layers of paper towels.
11. 11
    Have a spider or deep fry skimmer handy for removing fritters from oil.
12. 12
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13. 13
    Scoop up the batter by the tablespoon and carefully drop into the hot oil.
14. 14
    You should be able to fry about 5 at a time.
15. 15
    After a few seconds flip the fritters over, then fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes, flipping over again halfway through.
16. 16
    Remove from oil with a spider or deep-fry skimmer and drain on the towel-covered rack.
17. 17
    Allow to cool slightly, and serve.