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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Fried apples are a staple in polish cooking and this is an american version. Served by themselves or with sour cream (don't knock it til you try it). Addictive. Ingredients:
1 cup all purpose flour |
2 tbs cornstarch |
1/2 c plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided |
1/2 tsp baking powder |
1/2 tsp salt |
1 c milk |
1 egg |
1/2 tsp cinnamon |
3 medium baking apples |
oil for frying |
Directions:
1. In medium mixing bowl mix flour, cornstarch, 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder and salt.
2. In small bowl beat together milk and egg.
3. Gradually add to flour mixture, beating with fork until well blended.
4. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
5. In small bowl combine remaining 1/2 cup sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
6. Peel and core apples. Cut crosswise into rings, 1/4-inch thick.
7. In deep fryer, heat 1-1/2 to 2 inches Butter Flavor Crisco to 375°F.
8. Dip apple slices in batter, allowing excess to drip back into bowl.
9. Fry a few at a time in hot oil for 3 to 5 minutes (don;t crown them or they will steam and not get crispy), or until golden brown turning frequently.
10. Drain on paper towels.
11. Dredge in cinnamon-sugar mixture.
12. Serve immediately or keep warm in 175°F oven.
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