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Lychee fritters

Lychees coated in a sweet batter and fried until crisp and golden, with juicy, fragrant fruit inside. This indulgent treat is a classic at festive times on the island.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Peel the lychees and carefully remove the stones, then pat them dry with kitchen paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder and vanilla.
  3. Add the egg and milk, then whisk until you have a smooth coating batter.
  4. Heat the oil to 175 °C in a saucepan.
  5. Dip each lychee into the batter to coat it well.
  6. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning them, until the batter is golden.
  7. Drain, dust with icing sugar if you like, and serve warm.

Variations and tips

Cinnamon version. Add a pinch of cinnamon to the batter for a warmer flavour.

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Original Ecomely recipe.