January 6, 2025RECIPES
Istrian Fritule
PREPARATION TIME: 40 minutes
DIFFICULTY: Easy
Ingredients
- 400 g all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 packet dry yeast (or 20 g fresh yeast)
- 150 ml warm milk
- 1 shot of rum or rakija
- Grated zest of 1 lemon or orange
- A handful of raisins (optional, soaked in rum)
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Oil for frying (sunflower or similar)
Preparation
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In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Let rest for 10 minutes until foamy.
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In a large bowl, mix flour, eggs, sugar, zest, rum, and salt. Add yeast mixture and stir until smooth and sticky. Add raisins if using.
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Let the batter rest for 20–30 minutes in a warm place until slightly risen.
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Heat oil in a deep pot. Using two spoons or your hands, drop small balls of dough into the hot oil.
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Fry until golden brown on all sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.
- Now you’ve made Istrian Fritule – enjoy them while they’re still warm!
Recommended products
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ORGANIC OIL
22,00 €
Istrian Herbs Brandy
Price range: 10,00 € through 14,00 €
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