Alayne Zatulov's Sweet Hanukkah Fritters Recipe

Name: Alayne Zatulov's Sweet Hanukkah Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup golden raisins; 1/4 cup white wine; 1 package active dry yeast; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 cup warm water; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon anise seeds; 3/4 cup pine nuts; Corn oil or vegetable oil for frying; Confectioners' sugar or honey syrup (see recipe)

Servings: persons

1
Combine raisins and wine, and set aside.
2
Proof the yeast by dissolving it with sugar and water in a large bowl.
3
When it becomes foamy, after about 5 minutes, add flour, egg and anise seeds and mix well.
4
Cover and allow to rise for 30 minutes.
5
Add raisins and pine nuts, cover, and allow dough to rise 1 hour longer.
6
Heat oil for deep frying in a skillet, wok or electric fryer.
7
Oil should be maintained at 375 degrees.
8
Using 2 teaspoons held together, drop dollops of the batter into the hot oil.
9
Dipping teaspoons in cold water will facilitate this.
10
Allow fritters to brown on one side, and then turn to brown other side.
11
Do not crowd fritters in the pan.
12
As they are done, use a slotted spoon to transfer them to absorbent paper.
13
Serve fritters while they are still warm, with honey syrup spooned over or dusted with confectioners' sugar.

562

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup golden raisins, 1/4 cup white wine, 1 package active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Alayne Zatulov's Sweet Hanukkah Fritters falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Alayne Zatulov's Sweet Hanukkah Fritters

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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