GREEN BEAN FRITTERS

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A few years ago during bean season, a friend of mine shared this recipe with me. It is now a must-have at our place every summer.-Sharon Dyck, Roxton Falls, Quebec

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

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Ingredients

2 green onions
3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 teaspoon salt, divided
6 eggs, separated
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Oil for deep-fat frying
SALSA:
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Cut green tops from onions (save white portion for another use). Cut tops into narrow strips; soften in boiling water for 30 seconds. Drain and rinse in cold water. Wrap each strip round a bundle of eight green beans; gently tie a knot., Place 1/2 in. of water in a large skillet; add bean bundles and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Drain on paper towels. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until lemon-colored. Stir in the flour, pepper and remaining salt. In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold into flour mixture. , In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Dip bean bundles in batter; fry a few at a time until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. , In a small bowl, combine salsa ingredients. Serve with fritters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 280mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.