Deep Fried Basil Leaves

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of fresh sweet basil
• oil for deep frying

Procedures

1. Heat 2 cups oil in wok until almost smoking and drop in handfuls of leaves so they turn brilliant green and crisp in seconds.
2. Lift onto paper towels with a slotted spoon.
3. Serve quickly, sprinkled over other dishes just before serving so the leaves don't have time to lose their crispness.
4. Or pass a bowl of them around on their own for a new sensation in flavour and texture.