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Primošten Fritule with Raisins Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup raisins
• Vegetable oil for frying

Special Equipment Needed:
• Bowl
• Whisk
• Frying pan
• Slotted spoon

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and milk.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
4. Fold in the raisins.
5. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
7. Remove the fritule from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 minutes per batch
Temperature: Medium-high heat
Serving Size: Makes about 12 fritule

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 140
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 3g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
• For the all-purpose flour, you can use whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour.
• For the butter, you can use coconut oil or olive oil.
• For the milk, you can use almond milk or soy milk.

Variations:
• You can add other dried fruits such as cranberries or apricots.
• You can add spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg.
• You can add nuts such as walnuts or pecans.

Tips and Tricks:
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the batter.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying the fritule.
• Don’t flip the fritule too soon or they will fall apart.

Storage Instructions:
The fritule can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
The fritule can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
The fritule can be served on a platter with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of honey.

Garnishes:
• Powdered sugar
• Cinnamon sugar
• Whipped cream
• Honey

Pairings:
• Coffee
• Tea
• Hot chocolate

Suggested Side Dishes:
• Fruit salad
• Yogurt
• Toast

Troubleshooting Advice:
• If the fritule are too greasy, reduce the heat of the oil.
• If the fritule are too dry, add more milk to the batter.

Food Safety Advice:
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the batter.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying the fritule.
• Don’t flip the fritule too soon or they will fall apart.

Food History:
Primošten Fritule is a traditional Croatian dessert that is usually served during the holidays. It is believed to have originated in the town of Primošten in the 16th century.

Flavor Profiles:
The Primošten Fritule has a sweet and nutty flavor from the raisins and a light and fluffy texture from the eggs and milk.

Serving Suggestions:
The Primošten Fritule can be served as a dessert or a snack. They can be topped with powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, whipped cream, or honey.

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Region: Croatian

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Fruity, Crispy