Prestiños with a Twist

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground anise 1/2 teaspoon ground anise
• Zest of 1 orange Zest of 1 orange
• 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
• 1/4 cup (60ml) white wine 1/4 cup (60ml) white wine
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying
• Honey, for glazing Honey, for glazing
• Orange zest, for garnish Orange zest, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 26g, 7g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.01g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, ground cinnamon, ground anise, and orange zest.
2. 2.
   Add the olive oil, white wine, and water to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
3. 3.
   Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
4. 4.
   Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion out thinly.
5. 5.
   Cut the dough into desired shapes using cookie cutters or a sharp knife.
6. 6.
   Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
7. 7.
   Fry the Prestiños in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
8. 8.
   Remove the Prestiños from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. 9.
   Drizzle the Prestiños with honey while they are still warm.
10. 10.
    Garnish with additional orange zest for a pop of color.
11. 11.
    Allow the Prestiños to cool before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Olive oil — Use a good quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
• White wine — Choose a dry white wine that complements the flavors of anise and orange.

Tips & Tricks

• For a twist, you can add a pinch of ground cloves to the dough for a hint of spiciness.
• If you prefer a sweeter glaze, mix the honey with a little bit of orange juice before drizzling it over the Prestiños.
• Serve the Prestiños warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.

Serving advice

Serve the Prestiños as a delightful dessert or a sweet snack. They are best enjoyed warm, straight from the fryer.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Prestiños on a platter and drizzle the honey glaze over them. Garnish with fresh orange zest for an elegant touch.