Fritule - Croatian Citrus Doughnuts

Ingredients

All-purpose flour

2 cups

Granulated sugar

1/4 cup

Baking powder

1 tablespoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Egg

1, beaten

Milk

3/4 cup

Rum or brandy

1/4 cup

Lemon zest

1 tablespoon

Orange zest

1 tablespoon

Vegetable oil

for frying

Powdered sugar

for dusting

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, then add the milk, rum or brandy, lemon zest, and orange zest. Mix well until smooth.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
4. In a deep pot or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). To test the oil, drop a small spoonful of batter in; it should sizzle and float to the surface.
5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6. Once golden, remove the fritule from the oil and let them drain on paper towels.
7. While still warm, roll the fritule in powdered sugar until fully coated. Serve warm and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors!