Batter - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. cornstarch
1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. water
1 egg, slightly beaten

Preparation

In bowl, stir together first 5 ingredients.
Add water and egg. Stir until smooth.
Pour 1 quart (about) corn oil into large skillet to depth of 1/2-inch, filling no more than 1/3 full.
Heat over medium heat to 375\u00b0.
Dip 4 cups cut-up vegetables, such as zucchini, carrots, onion and mushrooms, or 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes, a few at a time, into batter.
Stir batter occasionally.
Carefully add vegetables or chicken to hot oil, a few pieces at a time.
Fry 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crisp.
Drain on paper towels. Serves 4 to 6.