Fritto Misto [0000983]

Ingredients:

1/2 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1/2 cup gluten-free rice flour
1/2 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup gluten-free sparkling water (or gluten-free beer)
Assorted seafood and vegetables (e.g., shrimp, calamari rings, zucchini slices, and bell pepper strips)
Cooking oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil works well)
Lemon wedges and gluten-free marinara sauce, for serving

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour, gluten-free rice flour, gluten-free baking powder, salt, and black pepper.

Gradually pour in the gluten-free sparkling water (or gluten-free beer) while stirring to create a smooth batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but still pourable.

Heat the cooking oil in a deep fryer or a large, deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).

Dip the assorted seafood and vegetables into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Carefully place the battered seafood and vegetables into the hot oil, a few pieces at a time, to avoid overcrowding the frying pan.

Fry the items for about 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried items from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Repeat the frying process with the remaining seafood and vegetables.

Serve your gluten-free Italian Fritto Misto hot, garnished with lemon wedges, and with gluten-free marinara sauce for dipping.

Enjoy this delightful gluten-free Italian appetizer, a crispy and flavorful mix of seafood and vegetables!