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Leche frita

Few cultures would be adventurous enough to call a recipe 'fried milk', especially since it's made by boiling and frying. But that's the basis of this delectable treat. Great desserts don't come any easier than this one.

Ingredients

2 egg
1 quart milk
4 ounces sugar
3⁄4 cup olive oil
4 ounces cornstarch
1 piece cinnamon (about 1 inch piece)

Instructions

  1. Mix the cornflour with the milk. Bring the milk to a boil and add sugar, then add the cinnamon stick and continue for ten minutes more. Stir frequently.
  2. Then, pour the mixture into a tray and allow to cool to room temperature. As it cools it will thicken and it will become nearly solid.
  3. Slice the result into squares about two inches on a side.
  4. Coat the results with egg and deep fry in oil on medium heat.
Yield
4 servings
Preparation time 20 minutes
Cooking time 30 minutes
Total time
50 minutes

Notes

Milk never tasted so good.

Source

Mexican cuisine

Spanish cuisine

moderate, simmer, fry
dairy, dessert, treats
International recipes
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