Beer-Battered Broccoli Bites

 

1

cup Gold Medal® self-rising flour

1/4

teaspoon garlic powder

1/4

teaspoon onion powder

1/4

teaspoon pepper

2

tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1

cup regular or nonalcoholic beer

4

cups fresh broccoli florets

Vegetable oil for deep frying

1/2

cup ranch dressing

• 1 In large bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, cheese and beer with whisk until smooth. Add broccoli; toss until well coated with batter.
• 2 In deep fryer or heavy saucepan, heat 2 to 3 inches oil to 375°F. Fry broccoli in batches 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
• 3 Serve warm broccoli bites with ranch dressing for dipping.