Fried Avocado

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Gather the spicy cilantro-lime mayo ingredients.

2. Step 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, chopped cilantro, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper, if using. Taste and add salt, as needed. Cover and refrigerate until serving time. Prepare the Fried Avocado

3. Step 3

   Gather the ingredients for the fried avocado.

4. Step 4

   Slice an avocado in half; remove the pit, peel, and slice each half into 4 or 5 strips. 

5. Step 5

   Set up a breading station with 3 bowls or containers. To the first bowl add the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and a dash of pepper. Put the beaten eggs in the second bowl and the panko breadcrumbs in the third bowl. 

6. Step 6

   Dip an avocado strip in the flour and turn to coat all sides, then coat with the beaten egg. Let excess egg drip off and dip the avocado strip in the panko crumbs, pressing gently to coat. Remove the coated avocado strip to a plate and continue with the remaining strips.

7. Step 7

   Add about 1 inch of vegetable oil to a deep sauté pan or Dutch oven and heat it to 350 F. Add 4 to 6 avocado strips to the hot oil and fry for about 2 minutes, or until the coating is golden brown.

8. Step 8

   Remove the fried avocado strips to a paper towel-lined plate or pan, then repeat with the remaining pieces. 

9. Step 9

   Arrange the fried avocado on a small platter or plate with the spicy cilantro-lime mayo.