Leche Frita

Leche Frita is a delightful Spanish dessert often enjoyed for breakfast, featuring creamy, sweetened milk solidified and coated in a crispy crust. This Halal version offers a rich, comforting treat that pairs beautifully with a sprinkle of cinnamon and powdered sugar.

Ingredients

• Milk - 500 ml
• Granulated sugar - 100 g
• Cornstarch - 50 g
• Cinnamon stick - 1
• Lemon zest - 1 tsp
• Vanilla extract - 1 tsp
• All-purpose flour - 50 g
• Eggs - 2
• Breadcrumbs - 100 g
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Powdered sugar - for dusting

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the milk, granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Heat on medium until it is warm but not boiling.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little cold milk to create a slurry. Slowly add this mixture to the warm milk while stirring continuously until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
3. Once thickened, pour the mixture into a greased shallow dish and spread evenly. Allow it to cool completely for about 30 minutes.
4. Once cooled, cut the set milk mixture into squares or rectangles.
5. Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
6. Coat each piece of milk in flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs.
7. In a frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the coated pieces until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 120 mg
• Cholesterol: 250 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a source of calcium from milk, beneficial for bone health.
• Contains protein from eggs, which supports muscle repair and growth.

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