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Leche Frita

Cultural Context

Leche Frita, or 'fried milk', hails from Spain, particularly popular in the regions of Castilla y León. Traditionally served as a dessert, it showcases the ingenuity of Spanish cuisine in transforming simple ingredients into a delightful treat. This dish is often enjoyed during festivals and family gatherings, embodying the warmth of home cooking. Today, variations exist across Latin America and Spain, where it may be served with different toppings or flavors, reflecting local tastes.

SpanishESdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250 milliliters milk
3 egg yolks
sugar
cornstarch
vanilla extract
cinnamon sticks
lemon zest
orange zest
butter
sunflower oil
sugar
cinnamon

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: whole eggs

Flaxseed meal provides a vegan alternative.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Prepare lemon and orange zest, removing the inside to avoid sourness.

2

Set aside 250 milliliters of milk, add the rest to a pot.

3

Mix cornstarch with the reserved milk until smooth.

4

Whisk together 3 egg yolks and sugar in a separate bowl.

5

Boil the milk in the pot with cinnamon sticks and zest, then cover and let sit for 10 minutes.

6

Remove cinnamon and zest from the milk mixture.

7

Add the egg yolk and sugar mixture to the infused milk and stir.

8

Add vanilla extract to the mixture and bring to a boil.

9

Add the cornstarch mixture to the boiling milk, stirring until thickened.

10

Add butter for extra flavor and mix well.

11

Pour the mixture into a dish, cover with stretch film touching the surface, and refrigerate for a couple of hours.

12

Once set, cut into portions.

13

Prepare a mixture of sugar and cinnamon for coating.

14

Dredge each piece in cornstarch (or flour), dip in egg, and fry in sunflower oil until golden brown.

15

Coat fried pieces in the sugar and cinnamon mix before serving.

Cooking Techniques

heatingwhiskingfryingbreading

Equipment Needed

potwhiskdishfrying panspatulastretch film

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairyeggsgluten

Also Known As

fried milkleche frita
Local Name: Leche Frita

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