Apples, crisp Asian pears, or even ripe bananas can be used for this delightful dessert. It is important that everything is laid out in preparation so that the final stages of cooking can be done quickly.
Ingredients
- 2 large green apples Juice
- 1 lemon
- 1 cup (250 ml) oil Cooking spray
Batter
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- ½-¾ cup (125-175 ml) water
Syrup
- 1 cup (200 g) sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
How to Make It
- Peel, core and slice the apples into eight wedges. Place the slices in a large bowl and toss with the lemon juice. Set aside.
- Prepare the Batter by combining the ingredients in a bowl, adding enough water to achieve the consistency of thick cream.
- To make the Syrup, heat the sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Once the sugar dissolves, increase the heat to high and bring to a boil without stirring. Continue boiling until the mixture turns to a golden syrup, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- While the sugar is boiling, fill a large bowl about half way with ice cubes and fill with cold water. Once the sugar has turned to a syrup, place the saucepan of Syrup in the bowl of iced water for a few seconds to cool. Set the saucepan back on the stove over low heat and keep warm.
- Heat the oil in a wok over medium-high heat. While the oil is heating, coat a serving dish with cooking spray. Dip slices of apple, a few at a time, into the Batter and deep-fry for about 30 seconds on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the apple slices with a slotted spoon and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
- Dip the fried apple slices into the Syrup with kitchen tongs coated with cooking spray. Coat in the Syrup, then drop the slices into the iced water. Remove immediately, then place the slices on the greased serving dish. Repeat until all the slices are fried and candied, then serve.
