Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Special equipment needed:
- Rolling pin
- Parchment paper
- Neules iron or waffle cone maker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
2. Add vegetable oil and water to the dry ingredients. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
3. Add chopped walnuts and raisins to the dough. Mix well.
4. Preheat the neules iron or waffle cone maker.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
6. Cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
7. Place a strip of dough on the neules iron or waffle cone maker and cook until golden brown.
8. Remove the neule from the iron and immediately roll it up into a cone shape.
9. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes per neule
Temperature:
- Neules iron or waffle cone maker should be preheated to medium-high heat.
Serving size:
- Makes 8-10 neules
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 180
- Total fat: 10g
- Saturated fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Total carbohydrates: 22g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 11g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute chopped almonds or pecans for the walnuts.
- You can substitute dried cranberries or chopped dates for the raisins.
Variations:
- You can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough for extra flavor.
- You can dust the neules with powdered sugar before serving.
- You can dip the neules in melted chocolate for a decadent treat.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to roll the dough out thinly to ensure crispy neules.
- Be careful not to overcook the neules, as they can become too hard and difficult to roll.
Storage instructions:
- Store the neules in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the neules, place them in a preheated 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the neules on a platter with fresh fruit and whipped cream.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the neules with a sprinkle of cinnamon or powdered sugar.
Pairings:
- Serve the neules with a cup of hot chocolate or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Neules are a sweet treat and do not require a side dish.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the neules are too hard to roll, try cooking them for a shorter amount of time.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all cooking surfaces before preparing the neules.
Food history:
- Neules are a traditional Catalan dessert typically served during the Christmas season.
Flavor profiles:
- The neules have a crispy texture and a sweet, nutty flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the neules as a dessert or a snack.
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Region: Spanish