Fried Dumplings Recipe

 Fried Dumplings Recipe

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 pinch of salt

1 egg

3/4 cup milk

2 tablespoons melted butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Oil for frying

Sugar and cinnamon powder for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Add the wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a smooth, smooth batter forms (do not overmix, as this will toughen the dumplings).

Heat the oil: In a deep saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat (about 350°F). Use enough oil to coat the dumplings (deep-frying).

Shape the dumplings: Using two spoons or lightly floured hands, form the dough into small balls (about the size of a tablespoon).

Fry the dumplings: Place the dumplings in the hot oil, frying a few at a time to avoid cooling the oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning to brown evenly, until golden brown and crispy.

Drain and finish:

Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. If desired, roll them in a cinnamon-sugar mixture while still hot.

Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature.