Fried Capers - Magical Flavor Bombs for Your Food
Crispy, nutty, and briny, Fried Capers are magical little flavor bombs that add an incredible dimension of flavor and texture to salads, pasta, meat, and vegetable dishes.
Ingredients
- 3.25 oz jarred capers in brine
- vegetable or olive oil to fill small saucepan ⅛ inch deep
Instructions
- Pour oil into small sauce pan to ⅛ inch deep.
- Heat oil until shimmering or 350F.
- Drain capers and dry on paper towels or kitchen towel.
- Add capers to pan without overcrowding, in batches if making a large quantity.
- Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully remove capers from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.
- Let rest a few minutes before using. If making ahead, they can stay uncovered at room temperature for several hours.
- To store, keep in covered container at room temperature for several days.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the capers in a strainer as well as pat dry!
Nutrition
Calories: 4kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.4gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.05gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 425mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 21IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.3mg
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