Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Special equipment needed:
- Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
- Candy thermometer
- Pastry bag with a large round tip
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
2. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the milk, maple syrup, melted butter, and egg.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a smooth batter forms.
4. Fold in the cooked and crumbled bacon.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F.
6. Fill a pastry bag with the batter and pipe 2-inch circles into the hot oil.
7. Fry the fánk until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. Remove the fánk from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
9. Repeat with the remaining batter.
10. Serve the fánk warm with additional maple syrup for dipping.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Frying temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
Makes 12 fánk
Nutritional information:
Calories: 180
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 170mg
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 9g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of bacon, you can use cooked and crumbled sausage or ham.
- If you don't have maple syrup, you can use honey or corn syrup instead.
Variations:
- Instead of frying, you can bake the fánk in a preheated 375°F oven for 15-20 minutes.
- You can add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter for extra flavor and texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature before frying to ensure even cooking.
- Don't overfill the pastry bag with batter to prevent the fánk from becoming too large and doughy.
- Serve the fánk warm for the best taste and texture.
Storage instructions:
Store the leftover fánk in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the fánk in a preheated 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the fánk on a platter with a drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of chopped bacon on top.
Garnishes:
Chopped bacon, chopped nuts, powdered sugar
Pairings:
Coffee, hot chocolate, milk
Suggested side dishes:
Fruit salad, scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the fánk is too doughy, try piping smaller circles or increasing the frying time.
- If the fánk is too crispy, reduce the frying time or lower the oil temperature.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the bacon thoroughly before adding it to the batter to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Fánk is a traditional Hungarian pastry that is typically fried and served with powdered sugar or jam.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, salty, smoky
Serving suggestions:
Serve the fánk as a sweet and savory breakfast or brunch dish.
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