Bunuelos With Piloncillo Syrup Recipe

Name: Bunuelos With Piloncillo Syrup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tomatillo husks, green tomato; anisette optional; 1 cup water; 1/2 kilogram flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon lard may be substituted with oil; oil for frying; 454 grams piloncillo may be substituted with 2 cups dark brown sugar and 2 tbsps. molasses; 2 cups water; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 orange sliced

Servings: persons

6 tomatillo husks, green tomato
anisette optional
1 cup water
1/2 kilogram flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
1 teaspoon lard may be substituted with oil
oil for frying
454 grams piloncillo may be substituted with 2 cups dark brown sugar and 2 tbsps. molasses
2 cups water
2 cinnamon sticks
1 orange sliced

1
Boil the tomato husks, anisette, and water. Strain the liquid and let it cool.
2
Separately, mix the flour, baking powder, egg, lard, and tomato husk liquid. The result should be a soft batter. Add more water if needed.
3
Place on a flat surface and knead until it doesn't stick.
4
Cover with oil and let the dough rest for 1 hour.
5
Divide the dough and shape into balls. Stretch into thin circles.
6
Fry in plenty of hot oil. Drain the excess oil and let them cool.
7
In a saucepan, heat the piloncillo, water, cinnamon, and orange slices. Boil until the syrup thickens.
8
Cover the bunuelos with the syrup and serve.

1096

kcal

Calories

Fat

256

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tomatillo husks, green tomato, anisette optional, 1 cup water, 1/2 kilogram flour, and more.

Yes, Bunuelos With Piloncillo Syrup 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bunuelos With Piloncillo Syrup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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