Battered and Baked Sage Leaves
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Description:
Got a ton of sage in your garden? Here’s the perfect treat to use it up. These leaves are crunchy and very tasty, especially when dipped in a mayonnaise-mustard mixture (I like three parts mayo to one part mustard).
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: Vegetable, European, Summer, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 20-30 fresh sage leaves
- 1 egg
- 2 egg substitute (optional)
- 1/3 cup flour
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 188.3
- Fat Content: 9.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 93mg
- Sodium Content: 90.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.3g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 0.4g
- Protein Content: 8.9g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. |
| 2 | Line a baking sheet with tin foil and lightly oil with olive oil. |
| 3 | Beat the egg and egg whites or the egg substitute with a fork and set aside. |
| 4 | Put the flour or bread crumbs in a bowl and add some salt and a generous grinding of black pepper. |
| 5 | Dip the sage leaves one by one in the egg mixture, coat with the flour or bread crumbs, and shake off any excess. |
| 6 | Lay the coated sage leaves on the prepared baking sheet and finish coating the rest of the leaves. |
| 7 | Sprinkle a bit more salt and pepper on top of the leaves and then bake for 10-12 minutes, until nicely crisp and browned. |
| 8 | Serve immediately with your choice of dip or as a garnish. |
These Battered and Baked Sage Leaves are a delightful way to enjoy the fresh flavors of sage from your garden. With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and crunchy snack or appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion.
Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees F, ensuring it’s nice and hot for baking these savory treats. While the oven heats up, prepare your baking sheet by lining it with tin foil and lightly oiling it with olive oil, which will help prevent the sage leaves from sticking.
Next, in a bowl, beat together the egg and egg whites (or egg substitute if you prefer) using a fork until well combined. This will serve as the binding agent for the flour coating that will give the sage leaves their crispy texture.
In another bowl, add the flour (or bread crumbs if you prefer) and season it with salt and a generous grinding of black pepper, enhancing the flavor of the coating.
Now comes the fun part – dipping the sage leaves! Take each leaf individually and dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, coat the leaf with the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to shake off any excess coating before placing it onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process for the remaining sage leaves until they’re all coated and ready to bake.
Before popping them into the oven, sprinkle a bit more salt and pepper over the coated sage leaves to add an extra burst of flavor. Then, bake them for 10-12 minutes, or until they’re nicely crisp and golden brown.
Once baked to perfection, serve your Battered and Baked Sage Leaves immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or as a flavorful garnish for salads, soups, or main dishes. The crunchy texture and earthy flavor of the sage leaves paired with the creamy dip make for a delicious combination that’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy snack or a unique appetizer to serve at your next gathering, these Battered and Baked Sage Leaves are guaranteed to be a hit. Enjoy the fresh taste of garden-grown sage in every crispy bite! 🌿
