Deep Fried Cheese and Broccoli Buttermilk Bites

Boo Chef in West Texas's Note:

Taste of the South

• Total Time: 15 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 5 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 6

Yield: 6.0

• 2 quarts water
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, -divided
• 4 tsb finely chopped American cheese
• 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup whole buttermilk
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• canola oil (for frying)

Directions:

1. Mix together in a lg. pan the water and 1/2 tsp salt.
2. Bring to a boil over med. high heat.
3. Add broccoli - return to a boil and cook for 3 minutes.
4. Drani and rinse broccoli in cold water.
5. Mix 1/4 C flour - 2 tbs cheese and onion powder in a plastic bag, Seal and shake to mix.
6. Mix buttermilk,baking powder,1/2 C flour, 2 tbs cheese and 1/4 tsp salt.
7. Stir until smooth.
8. Heat 2 to 3 inches oil to 375.
9. Dip a few pieces of broccoli in batter.
10. Fry until golden brown.