Christmas recipe: British sprouts in spicy batter

• 1 egg
• 100g flour
• 125ml milk½ teaspoon ground mixed spice
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon English mustard
• Salt and pepper
• 300g Button sprouts trimmed (raw)
• Vegetable oil to fry

1. Break the egg into a bowl, add the flour and mix well, gradually add the milk, making sure not to create any lumps, when smooth add the spices and season to taste.
2. Dust the sprouts with flour, then dip them in the batter and fry in oil for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden.
3. Remove from the oil and drain well over some paper towel.
4. Sprinkle with salt and serve with your favourite dips. We recommend a spicy chilli dip.

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