Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine whole milk with granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, lemon peel, and orange peel. Heat over medium heat, stirring gently until the mixture comes to a gentle boil, then remove it from the heat. Let it cool for about 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together cornstarch and all-purpose flour with the remaining whole milk until smooth. After 15 minutes, strain the infused milk to remove the peels and cinnamon stick, then gradually mix in the thickening mixture.
- Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly for 6-7 minutes until it thickens to a custard-like consistency.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight if possible.
- Once chilled, remove the set leche frita from the refrigerator, and cut it into squares or rectangles.
- Set up an assembly line for frying with all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, and a mixture of sugar and ground cinnamon.
- Heat enough sunflower oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dip each piece of leche frita first in flour, then in the beaten eggs, and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove each piece from the oil and let them drain on paper towels. While warm, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously on top.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure to stir continuously when thickening the milk to avoid lumps; an immersion blender can help rescue any stubborn lumps. Allow leftover Leche Frita to cool before storing in a sealed container lined with paper towels to maintain crispness.
