Callas
Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of callas, a traditional New Orleans delicacy that combines crispy, golden-brown fritters with a touch of Southern nostalgia. These sweet rice fritters are made with a unique blend of cooked white rice, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla for a subtly aromatic flavor. Perfectly fried to fluffy perfection, callas are lightly dusted with powdered sugar for an irresistibly sweet finish. Whether served as a breakfast treat alongside a steaming cup of coffee or enjoyed as a dessert snack, these fritters are a quick and easy way to bring a taste of Louisiana home. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your craving for comfort food with a deliciously crispy twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked white rice
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 2 large Eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to combine.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms. The batter should be slightly sticky and hold its shape.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even frying.
Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of the batter into the hot oil. Fry the callas in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook each fritter for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Repeat the frying process until all the batter is used.
Dust the warm callas with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy them on their own or with coffee for a true New Orleans experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 487.9 g | 626% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.6 g | 363% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 381 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 3064 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.9 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.3 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 575 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
