Sweet Rice Doughnuts

To prepare these delicious rice doughnuts, start by boiling the milk in a saucepan, adding a pinch of salt and the whole lemon peel to infuse the milk with citrus flavors. This step is essential, as the lemon peel will provide a fresh and vibrant taste that will enrich the final dish. When the milk begins to boil, add the rice, stirring gently to avoid lumps. It is important to reduce the heat to low, so the rice cooks slowly, absorbing the milk gradually. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon to prevent sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.

Once the milk is completely absorbed and the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from the heat and take out the lemon peel. Let the rice cool completely in a bowl. This step is crucial, as adding ingredients to the warm mixture could cause the egg to coagulate, affecting the final texture. Once the rice has cooled well, add the beaten egg, Marsala wine (if you choose to use it for extra flavor), sugar, and sifted flour together with the baking powder. Mix all the ingredients with a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring there are no lumps left. It is important that the dough is not too soft, so if necessary, you can add a little extra flour until you reach the right consistency.

After the dough is ready, heat oil in a deep skillet. The oil temperature is essential; the flame should be moderate so that the doughnuts fry evenly without burning. Using a teaspoon, take portions of dough the size of a walnut and carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry the doughnuts on both sides until they become golden and slightly brown, turning them with a spatula to ensure even frying.

Once ready, remove the doughnuts from the oil and place them on a plate covered with paper towels to absorb excess oil. While still warm, you can roll them in granulated sugar or sprinkle vanilla powdered sugar for a sweet and aromatic taste. These rice doughnuts are served warm, making them ideal for a snack or a delicious dessert. The flavors of lemon and fluffy texture make them truly irresistible!

 Ingredients: 300 ml milk, 4 tablespoons rice, 1 egg, a pinch of salt, zest from 1/2 organic lemon, 1 teaspoon heaping baking powder, 3 tablespoons flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons Marsala wine or white wine (optional), oil for frying sunflower or peanut oil, powdered vanilla sugar.

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