Fried Green Beans

Ingredients

  • For the Dip:
    • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
    • 1/2 cup peeled, seeded,chopped cucumber
    • 1 tablespoon horseradish, drained
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • 1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons wasabi powder (found in the spice aisle or with the Asian foods)
    • Pinch of cayenne pepper
    • Kosher salt
  • For the Beans:
    • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
    • 1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
    • 1 large egg
    • 1/2 cup milk
    • 1 cup instant flour (such as Wondra)
    • 1 cup breadcrumbs
    • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder teaspoon garlic powder
    • Pinch of cayenne pepper
    • Kosh er salt and freshly ground black pepper

Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

  1. Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
  2. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly oil.
  3. Mix the chile powder, cumin, coriander, cloves, 2 teaspoons salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add the wings and toss to coat.
  4. Spread the wings, spaced apart, on the prepared baking sheets. Bake, turning once, until browned and crisp, about 40 minutes.
  5. Want Hot:Ancho chile powder gives these a slightly smoky kick; serious wing lovers will want to step up the heat.
  6. Want Hotter:Put 2 jalapenos, 1/2 cup cilantro, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, the juice of 1 lime and 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a food processor and finely chop. Toss with the wings; marinate 2 hours. Brush off the marinade and rub and bake as directed, omitting the black pepper.