Fresh Lime Avocado Fries w/ Mango Salsa

The mango salsa adds a refreshing taste to these yummy fries. This would be a fun appetizer for a St. Patrick's day "green" party, especially if you love avocados like I do.

Mango Salsa

1 mango, peeled and seeded

1 T. fresh cilantro

1 T. sliced green onions

1 T. sour cream

1-2 t. sugar, depending on the sweetness of the mango

1 T. orange juice

1 t. fresh lime juice

1/2 Serrano pepper (optional)

dash of pepper and sea salt

Place all ingredients in food processor or blender. Pulse until blended. Set aside.

Avocado Sticks
3 T. flour
1/4 t. kosher salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
zest of 1 lime
1 1/2 c. bread crumbs
2 large firm-ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and sliced into 1/2 inch slices
canola oil for frying

In small bowl, mix together flour and salt.
In another small bowl whisk lime zest into eggs.
Place bread crumbs in a third bowl or zip loc bag.

In a deep fry pan, heat 1 1/2 inches of oil. Dredge each avocado slice in flour, then egg and bread crumbs. Place in hot oil. Fry for 30-60 seconds or until crisped and brown. Fry 4-6 at a time. Repeat. Remove to plate lined with paper towels. Serve while hot with Mango Salsa.