Dish

Prestiños

Prestiños are a popular dessert in Galicia and are often served during festivals and celebrations. The dough is made by mixing flour, sugar, eggs, and anise liqueur. It is then rolled out and cut into small circles or shapes before being fried in hot oil. Once cooked, the prestiños are dusted with sugar and served warm.

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Origins and history

Prestiños have been a part of Galician cuisine for centuries and are believed to have originated during the Middle Ages. They were often made by nuns in convents and were sold to raise money for the church.

Dietary considerations

Suitable for vegetarians. Contains gluten and eggs. May contain traces of nuts.

Variations

Some variations of prestiños include adding lemon zest or cinnamon to the dough for added flavor. Some recipes also call for dipping the prestiños in honey or syrup instead of dusting them with sugar.

Presentation and garnishing

To make the prestiños more visually appealing, they can be arranged on a plate or platter in a circular pattern and garnished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or cinnamon.

Tips & Tricks

To make the dough more flavorful, try adding a pinch of salt or vanilla extract. To make the prestiños more festive, try cutting them into different shapes using cookie cutters.

Side-dishes

Prestiños are usually served as a dessert on their own, but they can be accompanied by a side of hot chocolate or coffee. They can also be enjoyed with a glass of anise liqueur to enhance the flavor of the dough.