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Fried Saltbush with Bush Tomato Mayonnaise
Recipe by Mindy Woods
Saltbush is a native Australian edible shrub with a mild savoury flavour and makes for a delicious snack.
- Steps
- Ingredients
Steps
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in a deep fryer to 180°C.
- For the batter, combine water, flour and salt, whisking to combine ensuring there are no lumps.
- For the bush tomato mayonnaise, place egg into the canister of a stick blender. Add oil then blend until mixture is thick and emulsified. Add lemon juice, ground bush tomato and sriracha. Whisk to combine.
- Transfer to a ramekin and sprinkle with ground bush tomato.
- Once oil is hot, submerge saltbush in prepared batter to cover all the leaves. Shake off excess batter then place in hot oil and fry for approximately 1 minute or until golden. Once fried, drain on paper towel and season with flaked salt.
- Place fried saltbush on a serving plate with bush tomato mayonnaise and lemon cheek.
