Crispy Fried Kudzu Leaves
A simple savorysnack made from tender spring leaves.
Equipment
- 1 Cast Iron Skillet
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 20-30 young, light-green kudzu leaves
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or flour and cornmeal mixed together)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Wash the leaves thoroughly and pat dry.
- Heat about an inch of oil in a cast-iron skilletto 350°F.
- Combine the dry ingredients in one bowl and pour the buttermilk intoanother.
- Dip each leaf into the buttermilk, then coat lightly in the flourmixture.
- Fry for 15–30 seconds per side until golden andcrisp. Drain and serve immediately