Canarian Recipes: Leche Frita
A popular dessert consisting of a firm, creamy custard made from milk, sugar, and flour (or cornstarch), infused with cinnamon and lemon zest.
Ingredients
(4–6 servings)
- 500 ml whole milk
- 100 g sugar
- 60 g flour or 30 g corn flour
- 1 cinnamon stick (or powder)
- lemon zest
- 2 eggs
- extra flour (for coating)
- oil for frying
- sugar and cinnamon powder (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Heat the milk with the cinnamon and lemon peel.
- When it boils, remove from heat and let it steep for a few minutes.
- Strain the milk and return it to the heat.
- Add the sugar and flour slowly stirring constantly until it thickens.
- Pour the mixture into a greased pan, smooth the surface, and let it cool.
- Refrigerate for at least 3–4 hours (ideally overnight).
- Cut into squares or rectangles. Coat them in flour and then in beaten egg.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on absorbent paper and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.
Alternative Method
- Cool the mixture, stirring often.
- Using a tablespoon, drop balls of the mixture into flour.
- Fry in the hot oil.
Serving Ideas
Serve it warm to best enjoy its creamy texture.
You can serve it with vanilla, strawberry or chocolate.
Pair it with honey or ice cream for a special touch.
