fritters in syrup

Directions

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   Fritters in Syrup (Zalabia) Source : Los Angeles Times 11-27-02 Sugar Syrup 5 cups granulated sugar 2 cups water Juice of 1/2 lemon 1 tables

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   Add the rose or orange blossom water and simmer a few seconds longer, then remove from the heat and let come to room temperature

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   Cover while you make the fritters

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   For the Batter: Dissolve the yeast and sugar in the half cup of hot water and let stand until it froths, 10 to 15 minutes

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   Place the flour in a large bowl, mix in the yeast liquid and the salt, then gradually stir in the remaining 2 1/2 cups water and beat vigoro

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   Cover with a dish towel and leave to rise in a warm place for 1 hour, then beat the batter another 10 minutes, and let it rise again for 30

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   Beat the batter again for 10 minutes, then let it rest a final time for 30 minutes

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   Make the fritters in batches, using 2 skillets at once, if you prefer, to speed up the frying: Fill a deep, nonstick skillet a little more t