If one day they are in that existential battle between the "I want a cool dessert" and the "I want something crunchy", here we bring you the perfect solution: the fried ice cream .
Yes, we are talking about an invention that seems out of a kitchen that plays to be a laboratory of experiments . The fried ice cream , friends, is a craving for sweets and a challenge for those who like culinary challenges.
In this article, we will unravel all the secrets of this creation. From how to make fried ice cream to its history, through tips to prepare it in different ways. Of course in the end they will find the fried ice cream recipe , and a video of Paulina that proves this recipe, accepting that "you can fail .
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About fried ice cream
Fritish ice cream is that dessert that seems to challenge all rules. Imagine a frozen homemade ice cream ball , wrapped in a crunchy layer made with mold bread , battered and fried in hot oil.
Inside it is still cold, on the outside it is hot and crispy . A mixture of textures and temperatures that, honestly, seems difficult to work .. but it happens and is real.
This ice cream has a I don't know what it loves. It is visually spectacular , its flavor is delicious and, in addition, it has that prohibited dessert air that we all like. It is like a hot ice cream (although it sounds like a paradox).
A bit of the history of Chinese fried ice cream
Here comes the debate. Some say that fried ice cream is an invention of Chinese restaurants in the United States, where they sought to surprise diners with something different. Others assure that it has roots in Japan , where tempura applies to both fish and ice cream.
What is known is that this dessert has different names depending on where they try it. In some places it is known as " Chinese fried ice cream ", and in other countries, as in Mexico, it is presented as " rebobed ice cream " or " tempura ice cream ."
5 reasons to try fried ice cream
- It is a unique dessert : not every day is something that combines the cold and hot in a single bite.
- Visual impact : The presentation of this ice cream is stealing all eyes.
- Flavors experience : the contrast between creamy ice cream and crispy batter is an explosion of textures .
- Versatility : It can be customized with different flavors of ice cream and battered.
- Insured surprise : Perfect to impress the guests or simply to give an unforgettable whim.
5 ways to make fried ice cream
While the general idea is the same, there are several ways to prepare fried ice cream :
- With mold bread : a soft and crispy layer that wraps the ice cream. This recipe can be a bit simpler, compared to others.
- With pionone or pancake : in the same way as the mold, the ice cream is wrapped and everything is fried.
- Classic batter : After wrapping the ice cream in bread or other dough, you can pass through a mixture of egg and then breadcrumbs so that it is well crispy.
- Tempura version : This is the Chinese version. Using a mixture of flour and ice water for a lighter finish.
- With cereals : crushing corn flakes for a different texture of the reboned ice cream.
5 tips for perfect chinese fried ice cream
- Freezing ice cream: ice cream balls must be hard as stones to avoid disasters.
- Carefully batter: make sure you completely cover ice cream .
- Very hot oil : Try the oil before pulling a crumb of batter and be very careful when the ice cream immersed . Use tweezers to avoid burns.
- Fry fast: just a few seconds for the batter to brown without melting the ice cream .
- Serve immediately : Leave everything ready to enjoy ice cream at the time .
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Fried ice cream recipe
Yields: 4 portions
Preparation time: 20 minutes (plus frozen time)
Ingredients
- 4 ice cream balls (flavor of choice)
- 4 slices of mold bread (without bark)
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup of breadcrumbs or panko
- ½ cup grated coconut (optional)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Chocolate or caramel sauce (optional to decorate)
How to do fried ice cream step by step
- Take ice cream balls with the help of an ice cream spoon or with two large spoons. Place them on a plate and freeze them for at least 2 hours or until they are very hard.
- Remove the bark of the slices of bread and crush them with a roller until they are left fine.
- Wrap each ice cream ball in the slices of mold bread, pressing gently so that they are well sealed. Cover with film and freeze again for 2 hours.
- Remove the balls from the freezer, remove the film and pass them through beaten egg and the breadcrumbs mixed with the grated coconut.
- In a deep pan, heat enough oil at 180 ° C.
- Place the ice cream balls in hot oil for 10-15 seconds, or until the bread is golden.
- Remove from the oil, drain excess on paper paper and decorate with chocolate or caramel syrup.
