Crispy tempura garlic scapes paired with zesty aioli, perfect for a flavorful snack or appetizer. Try this unique dish today! (154 chars)
Ingredients
Scale
1 bunch of garlic scapes (about 10-15), trimmed and cut in half
1 cup of all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
1 cup of ice-cold sparkling water
1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying (canola or sunflower oil)
1/2 cup of mayonnaise
1/4 cup of garlic scapes, finely chopped
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
1 clove of garlic, minced
Instructions
Rinse the garlic scapes under cold water and trim off the rough ends. Cut them in half so they’re easier to manage.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in the ice-cold sparkling water and gently mix until just combined.
In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. You want it hot enough for frying (about 350°F/175°C).
Lightly dust the garlic scapes with a bit of flour to help the batter adhere better. Then, dip them into the tempura batter.
Carefully place the battered scapes into the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, finely chopped garlic scapes, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Arrange the hot tempura garlic scapes on a platter with the aioli on the side for dipping.
Notes
A delightful dish combining crispy tempura garlic scapes with a creamy garlic scape aioli, perfect for a snack or appetizer.
