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Leche Frita
Indulge in the delightful taste of Leche Frita, a beloved traditional Spanish dessert that translates to 'fried milk.' This sweet, custard-like treat offers a perfect harmony of textures, with a creamy center encased in a crispy golden-brown crust. Often enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings, Leche Frita is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of Spain. Dust it with sugar and cinnamon for an irresistible finish, and experience a dessert that will transport your taste buds to the sunny streets of Spain.
Ingredients
- Milk
- 2 cups
- Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup, divided
- Cornstarch
- 1/4 cup
- Cinnamon stick
- 1
- Lemon peel
- 1 strip
- All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup
- Eggs
- 2, beaten
- Breadcrumbs
- 1 cup
- Vegetable oil
- for frying
- Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon, for dusting
- Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons, for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon stick, and lemon peel. Stir until the sugar and cornstarch are fully dissolved.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens to a custard-like consistency, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the custard into a square dish lined with plastic wrap. Smooth the top and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate the custard for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- After the custard has set, cut it into squares or rectangles.
- Prepare your breading station by placing the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow bowls.
- Dip each custard square first into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well-coated.
- In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the squares in batches until they are golden brown on all sides, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried leche frita onto paper towels to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Dust the fried leche frita generously with this mixture before serving.
Tips
- For a twist, try adding a splash of vanilla extract to the milk mixture for added flavor.
- You can also experiment by adding flavors like orange zest or almond extract for a unique variation.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Dessert Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Calories: 250 Fat: 10g Carbs: 36g Protein: 5g Sodium: 150mg Sugar: 12g
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