Fried Beans Side Dish
6 servings
90 minutes
Fried bean garnish is a dish with a rich texture and intense flavor characteristic of Pan-Asian cuisine. Beans treated with hot water and soda become tender and then fried in oil until golden brown, becoming crispy and aromatic. This dish has a long history: in Eastern culinary tradition, fried legumes were often used as a side to meat, adding richness and contrast of textures. Light flour gives them an airy crispness, while frying reveals the natural nutty flavor of the beans. This garnish pairs perfectly with fried meat or fish dishes and can also serve as a standalone crispy snack. Appreciate its depth of flavor by pairing it with soy or garlic sauce and enjoy authentic Asian gastronomy!
1
Cut the bean pods so that each contains one seed. Rinse and dry.
- Green (broad/fava) beans: 1 kg
2
Drop the beans into boiling salted water, add a pinch of baking soda, and cook uncovered for 1 hour until soft. Drain the water.
- Green (broad/fava) beans: 1 kg
- Baking soda: 0.3 teaspoon
3
Heat oil in a deep pan to 180 degrees. Dip the beans in flour and cook in batches for 6 minutes until golden brown. Serve as a side dish with meat.
- Green (broad/fava) beans: 1 kg
- Wheat flour: 50 g
- Sunflower oil: 300 ml