Description
Leche Frita, which translates to ‘Fried Milk’ in English, is a delectable Spanish dessert with a crispy exterior and a creamy, custard-like interior. This recipe guides you through creating these indulgent treats that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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For the Milk Mixture:
- 4 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 lemon peel
- 1 orange peel
For the Batter:
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- sunflower oil (for frying)
- 2 medium eggs
For Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons white sugar (powdered or granulated)
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Milk Mixture: Peel the lemon and orange, then combine peels, sugar, cinnamon, and 4 cups of milk in a pot. Bring to a boil, then let it infuse and cool.
- Mix the Batter: Whisk cornstarch and flour with remaining milk until dissolved.
- Cook the Mixture: Remove peels and cinnamon, add the milk mixture, and cook until thickened.
- Chill the Mixture: Pour into a dish, cover, and refrigerate until firm.
- Cut and Coat: Cut the set mixture, coat in flour, egg, and fry until golden.
- Finish and Serve: Drain excess oil, coat with sugar-cinnamon mixture, and enjoy!
Notes
- Be cautious when handling the delicate fried milk pieces.
- Ensure the oil is at the right temperature for frying.
- Adjust the sweetness by altering the sugar-cinnamon coating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg