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Injeolmi Donuts Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup injeolmi (Korean rice cake) powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting

Special equipment needed:
- Donut cutter or biscuit cutter
- Deep fryer or large pot for frying

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vegetable oil.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for 1-2 minutes until it becomes smooth.
5. Add injeolmi powder to the dough and knead until well combined.
6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/2 inch thickness.
7. Use a donut cutter or biscuit cutter to cut out donut shapes.
8. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F.
9. Fry the donuts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
10. Remove the donuts from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
11. Dust the donuts with powdered sugar before serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Fryer temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes 6-8 donuts

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 180
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Protein: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Injeolmi powder can be substituted with finely ground almonds or hazelnuts.

Variations:
- Add matcha powder to the dough for green tea injeolmi donuts.
- Drizzle melted chocolate or caramel sauce on top of the donuts for added sweetness.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature before frying the donuts to ensure they cook evenly.
- Don't overwork the dough or the donuts will become tough.
- Use a slotted spoon or tongs to flip the donuts in the oil.

Storage instructions:
- Injeolmi donuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the donuts in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the donuts on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar and a sprinkle of injeolmi powder.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped nuts or fresh fruit.

Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of hot coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad or yogurt parfait.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
- If the donuts are too dark, lower the temperature of the oil.

Food safety advice:
- Use caution when working with hot oil.

Food history:
- Injeolmi is a traditional Korean rice cake made from glutinous rice flour and coated in roasted soybean powder.

Flavor profiles:
- Injeolmi donuts have a sweet and nutty flavor with a chewy texture.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or snack.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Chewy, Savory