Churros (Spanish cookies)
10 servings
30 minutes
Churros are a cult treat of Spanish cuisine, known for their crispy exterior and tender airy interior. This dessert, rooted in the Middle Ages, embodies simplicity and flavor perfection. It is said to have been invented by Spanish shepherds who replaced bread with fried dough. Today, churros are an integral part of street food in Spain, especially in the morning when served with thick hot chocolate. They have a slight saltiness complemented by the sweetness of powdered sugar, and their porous structure perfectly absorbs sauces. It's an ideal choice for those who appreciate the combination of crunchiness and softness in one bite.
1
Bring the salted water to a boil. Add flour and mix well to avoid lumps. A mixer can be used.
- Water: 500 ml
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Wheat flour: 500 g
2
Cover with a towel and let it cool. Then fill the syringe with the dough (I want to warn you that some effort will be needed when squeezing). Heat vegetable oil in the pan until boiling.
- Wheat flour: 500 g
3
We squeeze the dough in strips or pretzel shapes onto the pan and fry until golden, flipping once.
4
We take it out and place it on a dry napkin or towel to drain the fat and oil.
5
Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Powdered sugar: to taste