This recipe calls for firm-ripe medium Hass avocados because they have to be able to stand up to frying. In the end, the fries are crunchy and creamy, the best of both worlds.

Ingredients

  • Canola oil for frying
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 ¼ cups panko
  • 2 firm-ripe medium Hass avocados, pitted, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
  • Nutritional Information
    • Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)

      328 calories; 27 grams fat; 3 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 16 grams monounsaturated fat; 5 grams polyunsaturated fat; 18 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 62 milligrams cholesterol; 143 milligrams sodium

    • Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.

6 servings

Preparation

  1. Heat oven to 200 degrees. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 1/2 inches of oil to 375 degrees.
  2. Mix flour with salt in a shallow plate. Put eggs and panko in separate plates. Dip avocado wedges in flour, shaking off excess. Dip in egg, then in panko to coat. Set on 2 plates in single layers.
  3. Fry 1/4 of the avocado wedges at a time until deep golden, 30 to 60 seconds. Transfer to plate lined with paper towels. Keep warm in the oven while cooking remainder. Sprinkle with salt to taste.

30 minutes

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