Ingredients: vegetable oil for frying * 1 cup all purpose flour * 1 cup yellow cornmeal * 1 Tablespoon salt * 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper * 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper * 1 pound fresh green beans, ends trimmed * 1 cup whole buttermilk Directions: In a large dutch oven, pour oil to a depth of 2 inches. Heat oil over medium-high heat to 375 degrees. In a medium bowl combine flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper and red pepper. Dip green bean in buttermilk then dredge wet beans in flour mixture to coat. Double-dip if you wish. Fry beans in batches, until golden brown and crisp, approximately 3 to 5 minutes per batch. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with zesty dipping sauce below. Yields 4-6 servings
Zesty Dipping Sauce
Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise * 1/3 cup ketchup * 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper * 1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
Directions: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, worcestershire, pepper, and garlic salt. Whisking to blend. Store in refrigerator until ready to use. ~ Chef ~
