Caramel Fried Apples Or Bananas Recipe

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   In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, and baking pwdr.

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   Add in water and stir till smooth.

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   Peel and core apples; cut each apple into 3 wedges.

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   (If you use bananas, peel and cut in 1/2 inch thick diagonal slices.)

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   Place fruit in batter and turn to coat proportionately.

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   Into a deep pan pour oil to a depth of about 1 1/2 inches.

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   Heat oil to 350 degrees.

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   Using chopsticks or possibly a spoon, lift one piece of fruit at a time from batter and let excess batter drip off, then lower fruit into warm oil.

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   Cook several pcs at a time till coating is golden (about 2 min).

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    Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

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    Generously oil a flat serving dish.

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    Fill a serving bowl to the brim with ice cubes; cover with water.

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    Place sugar, water and oil in a ten inch frying pan; stir to blend.

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    Place pan over high heat.

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    When mix begins to bubble (about one minute), shake pan continuously to prevent burning.

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    Continue cooking and shaking pan till syrup*just* turns a pale straw color (about 9 min).

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    Immediately remove from heat, add in sesame seeds, and swirl to mix.

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    (Syrup will continue to cook after you remove it from heat and color will turn golden brown in a few seconds.)

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    Drop fruit into syrup and swirl to coat proportionately.

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    Using two spoons, immediately remove each piece of fruit and place on oiled dish so pcs don't touch.

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    At table, dip each piece of fruit in ice water so coating hardens and fruit cools.

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    Serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.