Honduras Torrejas Ladyfingers in Syrup
Delight your taste buds with Honduras Torrejas Ladyfingers in Syrup, a traditional dessert brimming with rich flavors and authentic charm. This indulgent recipe features crispy golden ladyfingers, fried to perfection after being soaked in a luscious egg-and-milk mixture. The highlight is the fragrant spiced syrup made with brown sugar, cinnamon, and cloves, which infuses the torrejas with a deep, caramelized sweetness. Perfect for festive occasions or a cozy treat, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between crispy and syrupy in every bite. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a true taste of Honduran culinary tradition. Simple to make yet utterly satisfying, this dish will quickly become your go-to for a unique take on classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Ladyfingers (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 large Eggs
- 480 ml Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 250 ml Vegetable oil (or neutral frying oil)
- 250 grams Brown sugar (or panela)
- 500 ml Water
- 2 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 3 whole Cloves
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined. Set aside.
Heat a deep frying pan over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Allow the oil to reach frying temperature (around 180°C/350°F).
Dip each ladyfinger into the egg and milk mixture, ensuring it is fully submerged and slightly soaked but not falling apart.
Carefully place the soaked ladyfingers into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown on each side, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from oil and let drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar (or panela), water, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens slightly and the spices infuse the liquid.
Remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves from the syrup. Arrange the fried ladyfingers in a serving dish and pour the warm syrup over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
Allow the torrejas to soak in the syrup for at least 15 minutes before serving so they fully absorb the flavors. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 312.2 g | 400% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 611 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 1518 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 629.5 g | 229% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 511.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.4 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg | 37% | |
| Calcium | 1073 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1481 mg | 32% | |
*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.
