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Torrejas

Cultural Context

Torrejas are a traditional Mexican dessert, often enjoyed during Lent and Holy Week. They are similar to French toast but are typically soaked in a sweet milk mixture and fried until crispy. This dish reflects the blending of Spanish and indigenous culinary traditions, showcasing the use of simple ingredients to create a beloved treat.

MexicanMXdessert
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
500 grams Dulce de Rapadura (Sugar Cane)
5 Cloves
5 Allspice (Jamaica pepper)
1.5 liters water
1 teaspoon ginger powder
cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
bread
oil

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: stale bread

Whole grain bread offers more nutrients, while stale bread reduces waste.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often cheaper.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

1

Grind 5 cloves and 5 allspice in a Molcajete.

2

Put 500 grams of Dulce de Rapadura in 1.5 liters of water.

3

Add the ground cloves and allspice to the water.

4

Add 1 teaspoon of ginger powder, cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla to the mixture.

5

Bring to a boil to blend the flavors.

6

Cut the bread into 2 cm slices.

7

Separate the edges of the bread.

8

Separate the egg white and put the yolk aside.

9

Beat the egg whites until stiff.

10

Add the yolks to the beaten egg whites and mix.

11

Add a little oil to the Teflon griddle.

12

Cover the bread with the egg mixture and place it on the griddle over medium high heat.

13

Turn the bread to cook evenly.

14

Put the torrejas in a tall pot and filter the sweet syrup over them.

15

Bring to a boil and serve.

Cooking Techniques

whiskingfryingdraining

Equipment Needed

MolcajeteTeflon griddletall pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Mexican French ToastTorrejas de Leche
Local Name: Torrejas

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