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Fried Milk

Cultural Context

Fried Milk, or Leite Frito, hails from Portugal, where it is often enjoyed as a nostalgic treat. Traditionally made from simple pantry staples, this dessert reflects the resourcefulness of home cooks. It's a beloved childhood favorite, often served at family gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations of Fried Milk can be found in other cultures, showcasing its universal appeal as a comforting dessert.

PortuguesePTdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
¾ cup custard powder (vanilla-flavored)
½ cup sugar
3 cup milk
½ cup maida
¼ cup cornflour
water (for slurry)
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
oil (for frying)

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a natural thickener that is gluten-free.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide a healthier coating option.

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1. Firstly, in a large bowl take ¾ cup custard powder, ½ cup sugar, and 3 cup milk.

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2. Whisk and mix well until sugar melts and cornflour is well combined without any lumps.

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3. Transfer the custard mixture into a large kadai.

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4. Stir continuously, and cook on medium flame.

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5. Keep cooking until the mixture thickens and starts to turn glossy.

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6. Once the mixture turns to paste consistency, transfer the mixture to a tray.

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7. Make sure to line the tray with baking paper to prevent it from sticking.

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8. Level up uniformly, and refrigerate for 2 hours or until it sets completely.

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9. After 2 hours, the custard has set well and is ready to cut into pieces. Keep aside.

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10. In a bowl take ½ cup maida, ¼ cup cornflour, and prepare a smooth slurry.

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11. Dip the custard cube into a slurry and then roll in breadcrumbs.

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12. Double coat the custard piece to prevent it from melting while frying.

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13. Now deep fry in hot oil, keeping the flame on medium.

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14. Stir gently without damaging the pieces.

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15. Fry until the custard turns golden brown and crisp.

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16. Drain off the pieces to absorb excess oil.

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17. Finally, enjoy fried milk custard with chocolate sauce.

Cooking Techniques

heatingwhiskingfryingcoating

Equipment Needed

large bowlkadaitray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluteneggs

Also Known As

Leite Frito

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