Crispy Avocado Wedges with Spicy Habanero Dipping Sauce
Indulge in the crispy, creamy goodness of these Crispy Avocado Wedges, paired with a zesty and daring Spicy Habanero Dipping Sauce! This recipe is perfect for gatherings, game nights, or simply treating yourself to a unique snack. The fresh avocados are lightly battered and fried to golden perfection, creating a delightful contrast in textures. The dipping sauce boasts a fiery kick from the habanero, balanced by the sweetness of tomatoes and brown sugar, making it an irresistible combination. Perfect for those who love bold flavors and the thrill of deep-fried treats. Adjust the habanero to taste for a milder or hotter experience. Serve these crispy delights to your friends and be prepared for them to ask for more!
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Servings
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Calories
22
Ingredients
Ingredients
Oil
1 quart (For deep frying)
Avocados
2 (Just beginning to ripen, halved and sliced)
Flour
1 cup (For dredging)
Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Chili Powder
1 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Salt
To taste (For seasoning)
White Pepper
To taste (For seasoning)
Eggs
2 (Beaten with milk)
Milk
1/2 cup (For the egg wash)
Breadcrumbs
1 cup (Japanese preferred, for coating)
Olive Oil
2 tablespoons (For sautéing the sauce)
Onion
1 medium (Chopped)
Garlic Cloves
4 (Minced)
Habanero Pepper
1 small (Chopped)
Red Bell Pepper
1 large (Seeded and chopped)
Roma Tomatoes
4 (Seeded and chopped)
Bay Leaf
1 (For flavoring the sauce)
Allspice
1/2 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Ground Cloves
1/4 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Cider Vinegar
3/4 cup (For the sauce)
Brown Sugar
1/2 cup (Packed, for the sauce)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Spicy Habanero Dipping Sauce in advance for the best flavor (can be made up to 1 day prior).
2
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
3
Slice the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and carefully slice each half into 4 wedges, then remove the skin.
4
In a small bowl, combine flour, cumin, chili powder, salt, and white pepper.
5
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
6
Dredge each avocado wedge in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture to fully coat.
7
Finally, coat each wedge in breadcrumbs, ensuring they are completely covered.
8
Deep-fry the avocado wedges in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
9
Drain the fried avocado wedges on paper towels to remove excess oil.
10
Serve warm with the prepared Spicy Habanero Dipping Sauce.
11
For the dipping sauce, heat olive oil in a non-reactive saucepan over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is softened and translucent.
12
Add the chopped habanero, red bell pepper, and roma tomatoes to the pan, cooking until the peppers are tender.
13
Stir in the bay leaf, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, brown sugar, and cider vinegar, letting the mixture simmer until it becomes very soft.
14
Remove the bay leaf and carefully blend the mixture until smooth. Return it to the saucepan and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
15
Season with salt to taste, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Avocado Wedges with Spicy Habanero Dipping Sauce?
They are fresh avocado slices that are lightly battered, breaded, and deep-fried until golden, served with a zesty, sweet, and spicy habanero-based dipping sauce.
What is the recommended ripeness for the avocados?
The avocados should be just beginning to ripen so they are firm enough to hold their shape during the slicing and frying process.
How should I slice the avocados for this recipe?
Slice the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and carefully slice each half into 4 wedges, then remove the skin.
At what temperature should the oil be for frying?
Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
What ingredients are in the flour dredging mixture?
The mixture consists of flour, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and white pepper.
What is the order of the coating process for the avocado wedges?
Dredge each wedge in the flour mixture first, then dip into the egg and milk mixture, and finally coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
What kind of breadcrumbs are best for this recipe?
Japanese-style breadcrumbs (Panko) are preferred for maximum crispiness.
How long do the avocado wedges take to fry?
They should be fried in batches for about 2-3 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
How should I handle the wedges after they are fried?
Drain the fried wedges on paper towels immediately after removing them from the oil to remove any excess grease.
Can the Spicy Habanero Dipping Sauce be made in advance?
Yes, for the best flavor, it is recommended to prepare the sauce in advance, and it can be made up to 1 day prior.
What vegetables are used in the dipping sauce?
The sauce includes chopped onion, minced garlic, habanero pepper, red bell pepper, and Roma tomatoes.
How is the spicy level of the sauce adjusted?
You can adjust the amount of habanero pepper to taste for a milder or hotter experience.
What spices are added to the dipping sauce?
The sauce is flavored with a bay leaf, allspice, cinnamon, and ground cloves.
What provides the sweetness in the habanero sauce?
The sweetness comes from 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
What type of vinegar is used for the sauce?
Cider vinegar is used to provide the necessary acidity and tang to the sauce.
Should the bay leaf stay in the sauce when blending?
No, you must remove the bay leaf before carefully blending the mixture until smooth.
What is the final step in preparing the sauce?
After blending, return the sauce to the pan, simmer for an additional 5 minutes, season with salt, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
What kind of pot should be used for the sauce?
A non-reactive saucepan is recommended for sautéing and simmering the sauce ingredients.
How much oil is needed for the frying process?
The recipe calls for 1 quart of oil for deep frying.
What is the texture of the finished avocado wedges?
They feature a delightful contrast of a crispy golden-brown exterior and a creamy avocado interior.
How many garlic cloves are needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 4 minced garlic cloves.
Is there a specific tomato variety recommended?
Yes, the recipe specifically suggests using 4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are 22 ingredients listed to make both the avocado wedges and the dipping sauce.
Should the red bell pepper be seeded?
Yes, the 1 large red bell pepper should be seeded and chopped before cooking.
What liquid is mixed with the eggs?
The 2 eggs are whisked together with 1/2 cup of milk.
What is the best way to serve this dish?
Serve the avocado wedges warm alongside the chilled or room temperature habanero dipping sauce.
Can I use white sugar instead of brown sugar in the sauce?
The recipe specifically calls for brown sugar to provide a deeper sweetness, but white sugar could be used as a substitute if necessary.
Do I need to peel the avocados before or after slicing?
Slice them into wedges first while the skin is on to maintain the shape, then carefully remove the skin from each wedge.
What category of food does this recipe fall into?
This is primarily considered an appetizer or a unique snack.
What should I do if the sauce is too thick?
If the sauce becomes too thick during the final simmer, you can add a tiny splash of cider vinegar or water to reach your desired consistency.