Spanish Flores Fritas: 7 Expert Tips to Perfect Them
If you've ever wandered through a Spanish kitchen during Carnival or Holy Week, there's a good chance you've encountered the unmistakable scent of freshly fried flour and aniseed. These delicate, crisp treats, Flores fritas or florones, are as beautiful as they are delicious. Shaped like blossoms and made using an iron mold, Spanish fried flowers are an edible representation of a springtime celebration.
Equipment
- 1 Iron flower mold (molde de florones) You can find it in many Spanish markets or ferreterÃas (hardware stores), and increasingly online.
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients:
- 2 Eggs
- 250 ml Milk (whole or semi-skimmed for best flavor)
- 150 g All-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- 1 tbsp Anise liqueur or vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Sunflower or light olive oil for frying
- Powdered sugar or cinnamon-sugar for dusting
Optional Touches:
- A touch of ground aniseed for extra depth
- Honey diluted with warm water as a glaze