Fried Sage Leaves
- Ready In:
- 15mins
- Ingredients:
- 3
- Yields:
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1 cup
- Serves:
- 10
ingredients
- 1⁄2 cup extra virgin olive oil, as needed for 1/2 inch depth
- 1 cup whole medium-sized fresh sage leaf (see Tip)
- 1 dash salt
directions
- Heat the oil in a small saucepan or skillet over medium-high heat.
- When the oil is hot so that drops of water sizzle when sprinkled into the oil, add the sage leaves. Fry for about 15 seconds, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon or tongs. (Don't let the leaves brown, or they’ll become bitter.).
- Transfer the leaves onto a paper towel-lined plate. The leaves will become crisp as they cool. Sprinkle lightly with fine-textured salt.
- **The fried sage will keep for up to 2 days in a tightly closed container at room temperature.
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Reviews
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My girlfriend had tried these years ago, and I forgot what my opinion was of them....so after being given 4 packs of fresh sage, I decided to try this recipe, using it as an appitizer. One...it is hard to get sage all the same size, so I would separate into size before cooking. Two: make sure that they are cooked enough or they will taste greasy. These were really good, but I wouldn't use them as an appitizer, but as a garnish (like parsley) on a plate. You will enjoy one or two, but not 50 of them!!! Thanks for a unique posting!!
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Mrs Goodall
United States