Borage Fritters - Frittelle Di Borragine - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 eggs
1/2 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup cold water
1/4 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
salt and pepper
1 bunch borage, leaves cut into strips
extra virgin olive oil, for frying

Preparation

In a medium-sized bowl, combine first six ingredients; whisk well to combine.
Cover and rest for at least 2 hours.
Heat two inches of oil to 350F in a large saucepan.
Stir the borage into the batter.
Drop by tablespoonfuls a few at a time (you don't want to crowd the fritters) into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
Remove from the oil and drain wellon a paper towel lined plate.
Sprinkle with salt and serve immediately.