Description
Crispy, sweet churros are a popular Turkish street treat. These golden rings are soaked in a light lemon syrup for extra flavor.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups (946 ml) water
- 4 cups (946 ml) sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2.5 cups (592 ml) flour
- 2 cups (473 ml) water
- 2 oz (50 g) butter
- 1 tsp sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 tbsp semolina
- 1 tbsp starch
- 2 cups (473 ml) sunflower oil
Instructions
- Make the syrup: Mix sugar and water, then heat until boiling.
- Add lemon juice when the syrup thickens slightly.
- Boil for a few minutes, then let cool.
- Make the dough: Combine water and butter in a pot and bring to a boil.
- Add flour and stir vigorously.
- Add sugar and salt; stir over low heat (lowest setting) until a non-stick dough forms (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool, stirring occasionally.
- Once the dough is at room temperature, add eggs one at a time.
- Add semolina and starch; mix with a spatula or mixer until smooth.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag and pipe into circular shapes.
- Seal the edges.
- Fry the circular desserts: Add the shapes to cold oil, then heat the oil to medium (approximately 350°F/177°C).
- Fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Immediately transfer the hot, fried desserts to the cold syrup.
- Let them soak in the syrup for a few minutes to absorb it.
- Remove from the syrup and serve.
Notes
- For extra-crispy churros, ensure the oil is at the correct temperature before frying; use a thermometer to maintain a consistent 350°F (177°C).
- If you don’t have semolina or starch, you can omit them, but the texture might be slightly different. The churros will still be delicious!
- Store leftover churros in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat gently in a low oven or air fryer for optimal crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 churros
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 50
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 50