Peixinhos da horta

Prepare 400 g green beans by trimming the ends and removing any strings. Boil them in salted water for 5 minutes. Drain and let cool.

In a bowl, add the 150 g self-rising flour. Season with salt and black pepper. Add 2 eggs, 1 Tbsp olive oil, and gradually pour in 100 ml sparkling water (chilled), whisking continuously until you get a smooth batter.

Heat plenty of vegetable oil in a deep pan.

Dip the green beans one by one into the batter, let the excess drip off slightly, then fry until golden brown.

Remove and drain excess oil using paper towels.

Serve hot, for example with a side of tomato rice.