Loukoumades

Name: Loukoumades
Ingredients: 2 cups All-purpose flour; 1 cup Granulated sugar; 1 tsp Active dry yeast; 1 tsp Salt; 1 cup Warm water; for frying Vegetable oil; for serving Honey

A recipe from the Bmarchai Recipes collection.

Bmarchai RecipesdinnerstreetFoodgreekCuisine

Nutrition (per serving)

950Calories

85 gProtein

70 gCarbs

45 gFat

15 gSugar

1200 mgSalt

Ingredients

2 cups All-purpose flour
1 cup Granulated sugar
1 tsp Active dry yeast
1 tsp Salt
1 cup Warm water
for frying Vegetable oil
for serving Honey

Method

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt, then whisk until well combined, about 2 minutes.
Gradually add the warm water to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms, about 5 minutes, then cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the mixture rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high until it reaches 375°F (190°C), then use a spoon to drop the batter into the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the loukoumades for 2–3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown, then remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining batter, then serve the loukoumades warm, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with cinnamon, if desired.
To make the honey syrup, combine the honey and 1 cup of water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the syrup has thickened slightly.
Let the loukoumades cool for 10 minutes before serving, then serve with the honey syrup and enjoy.