This recipe is translated from Cookpad Japan. See original: Japan春の味覚☆たらの芽の下処理方法&天ぷら

Spring Delicacy: Preparing and Frying Fiddlehead Ferns

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This recipe has become popular! Fiddlehead ferns have a subtle bitterness and aroma that herald the arrival of spring. They are delicious and easy to prepare, truly the king of wild vegetables!

The origin of this recipe
Wild vegetables that make you feel the breath of spring. Their slightly bitter taste, packed with the strength and nutrition of nature, is exceptional. Enjoy the deliciousness of the ingredients through tempura or ohitashi.

Spring Delicacy: Preparing and Frying Fiddlehead Ferns

This recipe has become popular! Fiddlehead ferns have a subtle bitterness and aroma that herald the arrival of spring. They are delicious and easy to prepare, truly the king of wild vegetables!

The origin of this recipe
Wild vegetables that make you feel the breath of spring. Their slightly bitter taste, packed with the strength and nutrition of nature, is exceptional. Enjoy the deliciousness of the ingredients through tempura or ohitashi.

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Ingredients

  1. 1 packfiddlehead ferns
  2. as neededStore-bought tempura batter mix,
  3. as neededWater,
  4. Salt, to taste

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    These are fiddlehead ferns. They have a natural bitterness, but there's no need to remove it if you're making tempura.

  2. 2

    Peel off the outer husk by hand, and if there are any brown parts, cut them off with a knife.

  3. 3

    Clean the fiddlehead ferns. If they are dirty, rinse them with water; otherwise, wipe them with a damp paper towel.

  4. 4

    Prepare the tempura batter according to the package instructions, add the fiddlehead ferns, and fry in oil at 355°F (180°C) for about 1.5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Drain the oil well, sprinkle with salt, and enjoy them hot.

  6. 6

    If making ohitashi or a salad, remove the bitterness. See the recipe "How to Prepare Fiddlehead Ferns and Koshiabura" Recipe ID: 19713913.

  7. 7

    On March 9, 2020, this recipe made it into the top 10 in popular searches for "fiddlehead ferns"!

  8. 8

    On March 22, 2020, it reached number 1 in popular searches for "fiddlehead ferns"!

  9. 9

    On April 22, 2020, it was featured as a trending recipe! Thank you for all the feedback!

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