FRITTER BATTER
This classic fritter batter recipe from the early 1900s provides a simple base for both sweet and savory treats. The recipe combines flour, baking powder, salt, milk or water, and a beaten egg to create a versatile batter. This batter can be adapted for fruit fritters with sugar or vegetable fritters with pepper and salt, offering a delightful range of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 1 1/3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2/3 cup Milk or water
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Sugar (optional) (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper (optional) (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the milk or water, mixing until just combined. In a separate bowl, beat the egg well and add it to the batter. Mix until smooth.
- 2For fruit fritters, stir in a tablespoon of sugar. For vegetable fritters, add pepper and salt to taste.