Recipes Crisp Sage Tempura Be the first to rate & review! Poppy-studded batter makes a light and pleasantly crunchy coating for pungent, savory sage leaves. Delicious, Quick Side Dishes By Govind Armstrong Updated on February 4, 2022 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Yield: 8 Ingredients 1/2 cup rice flour (see Note) 1 1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds Salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup cold club soda 1 tablespoon cold water Vegetable oil, for frying 1 bunch of sage (about 24 leaves), stems trimmed to 1/4 inch Directions In a medium bowl, mix the rice flour with the poppy seeds, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. Whisk in the club soda and cold water. Let the batter rest for 20 minutes. Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a small skillet just until shimmering. Holding each sage leaf by the stem, dip it into the batter to coat both sides. Add to the oil and fry over moderately high heat until lightly golden, about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt. Serve warm or at room temperature. Make Ahead The fried sage leaves can be stored in an airtight container overnight. Notes Rice flour is available at Asian markets and health food stores. Serve With Pork Rib Roast with Sweet Onion Puree and Crisp Sage Tempura. Rate it Print