Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup water
Special equipment needed:
- Piping bag with a star tip
- Large pot for frying
- Candy thermometer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
2. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a star tip.
5. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Pipe the dough into the hot oil, cutting it with scissors to form 2-inch pieces.
6. Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and turns amber in color.
8. Remove from heat and add heavy cream, stirring constantly until well combined.
9. Dip each tulumba into the caramel sauce and place on a serving platter.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Oil temperature: 350°F
Caramel temperature: 240°F
Serving size:
Makes 20-25 tulumbas
Nutritional information:
Calories: 180
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 90mg
Sugar: 17g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use margarine instead of butter.
- You can use light cream instead of heavy cream.
Variations:
- You can add lemon zest to the dough for a citrusy flavor.
- You can add cinnamon to the caramel sauce for a spicier taste.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before piping the dough.
- Don't overcrowd the pot with tulumbas, as they will stick together.
- Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the caramel sauce.
Storage instructions:
Store the caramel tulumbas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
You can reheat the tulumbas in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the caramel tulumbas on a platter and drizzle with extra caramel sauce. You can also sprinkle them with powdered sugar or chopped nuts.
Garnishes:
Chopped nuts, powdered sugar, whipped cream
Pairings:
Turkish tea, coffee, hot chocolate
Suggested side dishes:
None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too thick, add a little more water.
- If the dough is too thin, add a little more flour.
- If the caramel sauce is too thick, add a little more water.
- If the caramel sauce is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the oil is hot enough to prevent the tulumbas from absorbing too much oil.
Food history:
Tulumba is a popular Turkish dessert that is similar to churros. It is made by piping a dough into hot oil and then dipping it in syrup or honey.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, caramel, buttery
Serving suggestions:
Serve the caramel tulumbas as a dessert or snack. They are perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat after a meal.
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Region: Turkish
Taste: Sweet, Syrupy, Nutty, Caramelized, Creamy