Peixinhos da horta fried green beans

Ingredients

• 400 g green beans
• 140 g plain flour
• 2 eggs
• 160 ml cold water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

Step-by-step method

1. Trim green beans, remove any strings and blanch for 4–6 minutes until nearly tender. Drain and dry thoroughly.
2. Whisk flour, eggs and cold water into a batter thick enough to coat the beans; season lightly.
3. Carefully heat frying oil in a suitable deep pan without overfilling it.
4. Dip the beans into batter and fry in small batches until crisp and golden.
5. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately, optionally with lemon.