Fried Shoestring Carrots - cooking recipe
Ingredients
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2 cups self-rising flour
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
10 cups shredded carrots
oil, for deep-fat frying
Preparation
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In a large bowl, whisk flour, water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until smooth; Stir in carrots.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining salt, cayenne and pepper and set aside.
In an electric skillet or deep-fat-fryer heat oil to 375 degrees. Drop spoonfuls of carrot mixture, a few at a time, into hot oil.
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently.
Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with reserved seasoning mixture.
Note: As a substitute for each cup of self-rising flour, place 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a measuring cup. Add all-purpose flour to measure 1 cup.
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