Fried Apple Rings Bourbon Caramel Sauce Food

APPLE FRITTER RINGS WITH CARAMEL SAUCE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, sugar and salt. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk and then whisk the egg mixture into the flour mixture just until combined.
• Slice the apples into 1/4-inch-thick rounds. Using the cookie cutters, cut each apple slice into rings, discarding the center core.
• Add 3 inches of oil to a large heavy-bottomed pot set over medium heat. Line a sheet tray with paper towels.
• When the oil reaches 350°F on your deep-fry thermometer, begin by dipping each apple slice in the batter, shaking off any excess then carefully lowering it into the oil. Add several apple slices to the oil but do not overcrowd the pot. Flip the apple slices occasionally so that they brown on all sides then using tongs, transfer them onto the paper towel-lined baking sheet. Repeat the battering and frying process with the remaining apple rings.
• Serve the apple rings immediately with caramel sauce for dipping.

FRIED APPLES WITH BOURBON CARAMEL SAUCE

Steps:

• Heat the butter over high in a 12 inch skillet until frothy. Add the apples. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in water, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook covered, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Syrup will become thick, apples soft, and pan almost dry. Add the cream and cook, uncovered, until juice is syrupy, 1-2 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in bourbon. Let stand another minute to allow alcohol to evaporate.

FRIED APPLE RINGS

Steps:

• Slice apples cross-wise into 1/2-inch thick rings.
• Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in medium bowl.
• In separate bowl, combine eggs, milk, and melted Crisco.
• Add egg mixture to dry mixture and beat until smooth.
• In large, heavy skillet, preheat about 1/2 inch deep shortening or oil to about 365 degrees.
• Dip apple slices, one at a time, into batter to coat well.
• Fry in hot oil about 2 1/2-3 min.
• or until brown and edges are crispy, turning once.
• Drain on paper towel.
• Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar and serve warm.
• mmmm!