Forget the greasy, expensive fried chicken! This quick and easy recipe will satisfy your cravings for crispy, crunchy goodness without breaking the bank. It’s a trending street food in many countries, loved for its unique texture and versatility.
This recipe uses eggs as the base, but feel free to experiment with other ingredients like bananas, tofu, tempeh, or even chicken.
Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unique and delicious appetizer or snack!
Ingredients
For the Crispy Eggs:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon broth powder
- 1-2 tablespoons cooking oil
For the Crispy Coating:
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon broth powder
- 3-4 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare the Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and broth powder until well combined. Set aside.
- Make the Crispy Coating: In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder, and broth powder. Gradually add water, whisking until you get a thick batter (like pancake batter) that coats the back of a spoon.
- Heat the Oil: Pour enough oil in a deep pan or wok to fill it about 1-2 inches deep. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 180-190°C (356-374°F). (Tip: You can test the oil by dropping a small piece of batter; if it sizzles and floats to the surface, the oil is hot enough.)
- Coat and Fry: Working one at a time, dip an egg into the wet batter, making sure it’s fully coated. Immediately transfer it to the dry batter, gently coating it all over without pressing down too hard. Repeat the dipping and coating process one more time if desired for an extra crispy layer. Finally, gently lower the coated egg into the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and Enjoy: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried egg to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining eggs.
- Serve: Enjoy your crispy eggs hot and fresh on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
- Don’t wait for all the eggs to be coated in flour before frying. For the best results, fry each egg immediately after coating it. This ensures the coating stays crispy and doesn’t get soggy.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying. If the oil is not hot enough, the eggs will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
- Adjust the spices in the coating to your liking. You can add additional herbs like paprika, garlic powder, or onion powder for more flavor.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
Additional Notes
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use gluten-free flour for the coating.
- You can use different types of oil for frying, such as vegetable oil, peanut oil, or canola oil.
- Feel free to experiment with different dipping sauces, such as soy sauce, chili sauce, or sweet and sour sauce.
- This recipe can be easily adapted to be vegetarian or vegan by using a plant-based egg substitute.
- Enjoy this delicious and unique way to enjoy eggs!
