Crispy Kangkong

Description
Deep-fried kangkong leaves coated with the fresh egg mixture are cooked to a smooth, golden-brown crisp.

Ingredients

 * 1 bundle of kangkong
 * 1 egg, beaten
 * 1 cup cold water
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * ¼ teaspoon pepper
 * 1 cup cornstarch
 * 1 ¾ tablespoon flour
 * cooking oil

Directions

 * 1) Separate the kangkong leaves. Wash with water and pat dry.
 * 2) Mix the egg, water, cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
 * 3) Add the kangkong leaves and mix until all the leaves are coated with the batter.
 * 4) Heat cooking oil in a pan. Fry the leaves until crispy and golden brown.
 * 5) Strain the cooked pieces for excess oil.

Suggestions

 * 1) An alternative to kangkong is spinach
 * 2) Just dip into mayonnaise or a flavor of choice, if desired.  Aioli, Thousand Island dressing, or ranch dressing all work well.