Herb Fritters

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium-sized bowl, combine flour and salt.
2. 2
   Whisk in the egg and beer until mixture is smooth.
3. 3
   Stir in herbs and let stand for about 15 minutes.
4. 4
   Preheat oven to 200F Line baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
5. 5
   In another bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice and zest, and hot sauce.
6. 6
   Set aside.
7. 7
   Fill a large, heavy saucepan with about 3 inches of oil.
8. 8
   Once oil is heated to 365F, whisk batter and, working in batches, drop by tablespoons and fry, turning every so often, until fritters are crisp and golden.
9. 9
   It should take about 3 or 4 minutes.
10. 10
    Using a slotted spoon, transfer to lined baking sheet; keep warm in oven.
11. 11
    Serve fritters with the lemon sauce.