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Fried Sage Leaves

Extremely easy to pull together, this recipe has proven to be a big fan favorite at buffets and cocktail hours.

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Nina:

I had this at an aperitivo bar in Florence, and fell in love. So glad to be able to make it again at home. This way I can eat as many as I want!!

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Fried Sage Leaves

Sage is always readily available, and just about always tasty even if slightly out of season (only during the coldest winter months is sage officially out of season).  A quick dredge in flour and a dip into a hot oil bath make these fresh, light treats even if technically we are talking about fried morsels.

Just be sure to select large, healthy looking sage leaves - discard but reserve the smaller ones for cooking and seasoning more complex dishes.

Your family and friends will be in for a special treat (beyond the simplicity of a tasty fried indulgence) when you decide to give this recipe a turn at the oven.  Redolent of Tuscan trattorias, you'll be transported once your nose is hit with the aroma of sage and salt. 

Which wine to match Fried Sage Leaves?

A quick and tasty snack, ideal as an aperitif, and a perfect match with a Prosecco di Valdobbiadene DOCG, the fine bubble that cleans the mouth after the crisp bite and the fruity freshness that plays with the aromatic and slightly bitter taste of sage. For those who want to try a new style of bubbly, we also recommend a re-fermented bottle wine - the so-called PET.NAT- where, in addition to the pleasure of the refreshing effervescence, you can enjoy more substance and depth of wine and grape variety.

Ingredients

for 4 servings

Fried Sage Leaves ingredients

  • Sage (Leaves) 40
  • All-purpose flour 100 grams
  • Lemon 1
  • Extra-virgin olive oil as needed
  • Garlic Cloves 1
  • Salt as needed

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Preparation

for 4 servings

Step

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Heat the oil and prepare dipping sauce

Place enough extra virgin olive oil in a skillet and heat over medium heat.  Put enough oil that will be used to fry the floured sage leaves (so be generous).  

Peel and finely mince garlic. set aside.

Combine the olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice into a sauce you can use to dip your sage leaves if you wish. Season with salt as necessary.  Set aside until done frying sage leaves.

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Fry the sage leaves and serve

Lightly dust the sage leaves with flour, shaking off any excess. Drop into the hot oil and cook until crispy and bright green, about 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.  Adjust to taste with salt.

Serve with the olive-oil based dipping sauce. You can experiment with other savory dipping sauces as well, though the sage leaves are rather fragile, so you will need to be careful.

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Reviews

Nina Wednesday 15th of April 2020

This is sagey paradise

I had this at an aperitivo bar in Florence, and fell in love. So glad to be able to make it again at home. This way I can eat as many as I want!!

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