Fried Sage Garnish - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, to make 1/2 inch depth in medium pan
1 bunch fresh sage
1 dash salt

Preparation

Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
When the oil is hot so that drops of water sizzle when sprinkled into the oil, add the sage leaves. Fry for about 15 seconds, turning occasionally with a slotted spoon or tongs. (Don't let the leaves brown, or they'll become bitter.).
Transfer the leaves onto a paper towel-lined plate. The leaves will become crisp as they cool. Sprinkle lightly with fine-textured salt.
*The fried sage will keep for up to 2 days in a tightly closed container at room temperature. *.