METHOD OF PREPARATION:
1. First, combine water with vanilla sugar, one teaspoon of regular sugar, a pinch of salt, and butter in a medium-sized bowl. Heat this mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter completely melts and the mixture is homogeneous. This step is crucial to creating a liquid base allowing the flour and other ingredients to absorb properly and form a smooth dough. When the mixture is heated and all the ingredients are completely dissolved, it’s time to add the flour. This must be done gradually, with constant stirring with a wooden spoon, to distribute the flour evenly and to avoid lumps. Stir until the mixture thickens and starts to separate from the walls of the bowl. When you reach this stage, you know that the mixture is ready for the next step.
2. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool a little. This is important to prevent the eggs from becoming overcooked when added to the mixture. After the mass has cooled for a few minutes, add 2 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. When you have added both eggs, the mixture should become smooth and completely uniform. This step allows the dough to acquire a richer texture and become elastic, which is essential for forming the strips that you will later fry. Once the dough is ready, put it in a pastry bag with a wide tip. If you don’t have a pastry bag, you can use a regular plastic bag and cut off one corner to create a similar effect. Place oblong strips of dough on a baking sheet lined with baking paper, making sure that the strips are even. If necessary, you can trim them neatly to achieve the desired shape and size.
3. Heat enough oil in a large pan over medium heat. There must be enough oil to allow the strips to fry in a shallow layer so that they become crispy and evenly golden. When the oil is hot enough, carefully place the strips of dough in the pan, making sure that they do not come into direct contact with the hot oil immediately after Place the baking paper on top. Once the dough starts to shrink and form, you can carefully remove the baking paper. Fry the dough strips for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are nicely golden and crispy. This step is very important because you don’t want the strips to They don’t want to be too soft or soggy, but you want them to have the perfect crispy texture. Remove the fried strips from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb the excess oil. When the strips have cooled for just a few minutes, drizzle them generously with honey while they are still warm. The honey will be nicely absorbed into the hot dough, making each strip sweet and aromatic. Honey is a key ingredient because it adds a touch of sweetness that contrasts perfectly with the crispy and slightly salty dough. Serve immediately and enjoy a simple but extremely delicious dessert.
