Deep Fried Cheese and Broccoli Buttermilk Bites

Taste of the South

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 6

Ingredients

• 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.