Mix together flour, com starch, baking soda, salt and pepper. Gradually stir in

water until smooth. Stir in parsley. Cover; refrigerate at least I hour. Pour corn

oil into heavy 3-quart saucepan or deep fryer, filling no more than 1/3 full. Heat

over medium heat to 375 degrees. Dip vegetables into batter; fry, a few at a

time, turning once, 1 2 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Drain on pa-

per towels. Serve immediately.