Deep-fried acacia flowers
4 servings
60 minutes
Fried acacia flowers are an amazing dessert of Russian cuisine that combines the delicate texture of airy dough with a subtle floral aroma. According to folk legends, acacia flowers were used in cooking for their honey scent and medicinal properties. Fried in oil, they acquire a crispy crust and when sprinkled with powdered sugar – a sweet, exquisite taste. This recipe is perfect for the spring season when acacia blooms and its delicate clusters can be used in cooking. The dish not only delights with its flavor but also becomes a true table decoration, attracting attention with its exoticism. A wonderful choice for a romantic dinner or family tea time, it will surprise guests with its originality and sophistication.
1
Mix all the ingredients (except for flowers, oil, and powder) in a large bowl until you get a liquid batter, then let it sit for 30–60 minutes.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Milk: 200 ml
- Lager (pale beer): 150 ml
- Sugar: 50 g
- Vanillin: to taste
- Rum: to taste
2
Heat oil in a deep pot. Dip the acacia flowers in the batter, then into the pot with oil, frying until a crust forms like regular pancakes.
- Vegetable oil: 2 glasss
- Acacia (Robinia) flowers: to taste
3
Take the flowers out onto a plate, let them cool for 20 minutes, then sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Icing sugar: to taste
