Asian Pear Fritters

1. 1

   Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, gently toss the pear rings with 2 tablespoons of the sugar and the salt, until coated.

3. 3

   Lay the slices of pear in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 8 minutes.

4. 4

   Flip the slices over and continue to roast until the pears are just tender, 6 to 8 more minutes.

5. 5

   Place the pears in the refrigerator to cool to room temperature.

6. 6

   Line a baking sheet or large platter with paper towels.

7. 7

   Toss the remaining 1/2 cup sugar and the cinnamon in a medium bowl and set aside.

8. 8

   Fill a large skillet about 2 inches deep with oil.

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   Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F on a deep-frying thermometer.

10. 10

    In a large bowl, whisk the flour and cornstarch together.

11. 11

    Slowly add the beer, whisking constantly, and mix until perfectly smooth.

12. 12

    Dip 6 pear slices in the batter, taking care to completely coat each slice, and quickly drop them into the hot oil.

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    Fry until crisp and light golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side.

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    Remove the slices with chopsticks or a slotted spoon and transfer to the paper towels to drain.

15. 15

    Repeat with the remaining pear slices.

16. 16

    While warm, toss the slices in the cinnamon-sugar and serve immediately.

17. 17

    Discard any remaining batter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.