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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Carnival Ears

Cultural Context

Carnival Ears, or Orejas de Carnaval, are a beloved Spanish pastry traditionally enjoyed during the Carnival season. These sweet, crispy treats are often made to celebrate the festive atmosphere, symbolizing joy and indulgence. While they are most popular in Spain, variations can be found in other cultures, each adding their unique twist to this delightful dessert.

SpanishESdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
250 ml de leche
50 g de azúcar
500 g de harina de trigo del país
1 cucharadita de levadura en polvo (tipo Royal)
Ralladura y zumo de un limón
100 g de mantequilla
3 yemas de huevo
80 ml de anís
1 pizca de sal
Aceite de girasol para freír
100 g de azúcar para espolvorear

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

1

Calentamos la leche con dos cucharadas de azúcar y una pizca de sal.

2

Añadimos la harina tamizada con la levadura, la ralladura y el zumo de limón. Amasamos con la leche tibia.

3

Incorporamos la mantequilla y amasamos hasta integrar. Añadimos las yemas y el anís poco a poco.

4

Dejamos reposar la masa.

5

Estiramos bien con una botella y cortamos en porciones.

6

Freímos en aceite caliente, dándoles forma con un tenedor.

7

Espolvoreamos con mucho azúcar y dejamos enfriar.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingfrying

Equipment Needed

botellatenedor

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

Orejas de CarnavalFried Pastry Ears
Local Name: Orejas de Carnaval

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