Battered and Baked Sage Leaves

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Battered and Baked Sage Leaves - A Perfect Appetizer for Any Occasion

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 tablespoon olive oil
	20 -30 fresh sage leaves , the largest you can find
	1 egg , plus
	2 egg whites or 1/2 cup egg substitute , lightly beaten
	salt and black pepper
	1/3 cup flour or 1/3 cup fine toasted breadcrumbs

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Battered and Baked Sage Leaves is a flavorful appetizer that offers a perfect balance of crispy, tender, and herby tastes that will excite your taste buds. These crispy and delicate leaves are easy and quick to prepare and serve, making them an ideal appetizer for any occasion. The fresh sage leaves provide an aromatic, earthy flavor to the dish, and the crispy breading nicely complements the taste of the sage. It can be served hot or cold. Battered and Baked Sage leaves can be enjoyed as a restaurant-style appetizer to entertain guests or as a light snack at home.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Brush a baking sheet with olive oil.
3.	Rinse and pat dry the sage leaves with paper towels.
4.	In a small bowl, lightly beat the eggs and egg whites with a fork.
5.	In another small bowl, mix together the flour (or breadcrumbs) with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
6.	Dip each sage leaf into the beaten egg mixture, shake off the excess, and then coat it evenly with the flour mixture.
7.	Place the coated leaves on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.
8.	Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until crispy and golden brown.

PROS

This appetizer is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.
It is crispy, light, and full of sage flavor.
It is also a great way to use fresh sage leaves from your garden.

CONS

This appetizer is fried initially which increases the calories and fat levels.
It can be high in sodium depending on the type of breading used.
Eating sage in any form may have side effects for pregnant women or nursing mothers or people using certain medications.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sage has numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also believed to improve brain function, boost the immune system, and lower cholesterol levels. This appetizer may not be the healthiest way to consume sage, but it can be a fun and delicious way to add it to your diet in moderation.