Beignets Of Cauliflower And Potatoes

Beignets Of Cauliflower And Potatoes

Course :	Italian
From:	HungryMonster.com
Serves:	4

Ingredients:

1	large	potato -- boiled, peeled
1/2	pound	cauliflower
2	cloves	garlic -- finely chopped
2	large	eggs
1	tablespoon	chopped fresh parsley
1	tablespoon	chopped fresh thyme leaves
2	tablespoons	scallions
1/2	teaspoon	fennel seeds
1/4	teaspoon	baking soda
1/4	cup	milk - -- (scant)
1/4	cup	flour
1/4	cup	bread crumbs
2	quarts	peanut oil -- for frying

Preparation:

Preheat oil to 385 degrees. Press potatoes through a ricer into a large mixing bowl. Chop cauliflower roughly and add to potato mixture. Add garlic, eggs, parsley, thyme, scallions, fennel, baking soda, milk and flour and mix well. Form golf ball-sized balls and roll in bread crumbs. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Drop balls into oil and fry until deep golden brown. Remove, season and serve. Source: MEDITERRANEAN MARIO with Mario Batali From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # ME-1A07)