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Fried Sage
5 from 15 votes

Fried Sage

Fried Sage is a crisp herb snack or garnish prepared by quickly frying fresh sage leaves in hot oil until they become just crispy without browning. The fried leaves provide a delicate texture and concentrated sage flavor, enhanced by a sprinkle of salt after frying.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Course: Condiments

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch sage
  • 1/2 cup neutral cooking oil The amount needed will vary with pan size, generic cooking oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt coarse grain

Instructions

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  1. In a small frying pan or saucepan, pour about a ¼ inch layer of oil. You may need more or less oil depending on the pan size. Heat to about 350 F. I usually check that it’s hot by touching a piece of sage stem to the oil to make sure it sizzles.
  2. Remove sage leaves from the stems and drop a few at a time into the oil. Remove when the sage is just crispy but not browned. I find that the point where it just stops sizzling is the time to remove it. I think it’s kind of like waiting for the popcorn to stop popping!
  3. Set on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired. Cool before using.