Picarones con Miel
Picarones con Miel is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. To make the infused honey, use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest (with no pith) from the orange in wide strips; set aside the fruit for another use.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionTo make the infused honey, use a vegetable peeler to remove the zest (with no pith) from the orange in wide strips; set aside the fruit for another use.
Combine the orange zest with the honey, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, and star anise in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Take the pan off the heat and allow the honey to steep for 1 hour.
Strain the honey, cover, and store at room temperature until needed.
To make the picarones, combine the yeast with the warm water in a small bowl and leave at room temperature for 10 minutes until foamy.
Transfer the mixture to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook.
Add the sugar, egg, pumpkin purée, and salt and mix on medium speed until well combined.
Slowly add the flour, about one-half cup at a time.
Continue to mix at medium speed until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
Turn the dough out onto a clean, dry work surface, cover it with a clean, dry kitchen towel, and leave it to rise at room temperature until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Heat the oil to 350°F in a stockpot, using a candy or deep-fry thermometer to monitor the temperature.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the dough with your fists, deflating it enough to handle and portion it into 16 equal balls.
Roll each ball into a 6-inch rope (3 inches in diameter) and press the ends together to form a ring.
Let the rings rest for 10 minutes.
Fry the rings in batches, turning once, until crispy and golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
Drain on the baking sheet.
Sprinkle the picarones with confectioners' sugar and serve hot, with the infused honey drizzled over the top or in a bowl for dipping.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.