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    Fried Milk

    Last Modified: September 17, 2018 by Elaine| 24 Comments

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    Fried milk is new star dessert in all Chinese bakery store.  Although considered as not healthy enough, it is loved by the younger generation because it is so satisfying.

    This dessert is originated from Cantonese cuisine. But the traditional Chinese version fried milk is not coated with bread crumbs. Adding bread crumbs is a modernized way but more popular in younger generation.

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    Cook's Note

    1. The bread crumbs are easily to be burnt. If they are added one by one, the first chunk can be get burnt quickly. So I recommend using a large flat strainer, lay 4-5 pieces one time and soak the strainer in the oil for deep-frying. So each piece is evenly heated.
    2. Do not eat too much once, as deep-frying dishes are not healthy.

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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup coconut milk
    • ¼ cup milk
    • 3 tbsp. cornstarch
    • 3 tbsp. sugar
    • 2 large eggs, whisked well for coating
    • ¼ cup cornstarch for coating
    • 1 cup breadcrumbs or oats
    • Oil for deep-frying

    Instructions

    In a small bow, add coconut milk, milk, cornstarch and sugar. Heat over slowest fire and until heating until thickened. In the process, stir in one direction. 

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    Transfer to a square baking pan and set aside to cool down in fridge. Transfer out and cut into small strips around 5 cm long and 3 cm wide.

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    Coat with starch, egg and breadcrumbs in sequence.

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    Heat oil to 160 degree C. Place 4-5 pieces on a flat strainer, dip the strainer in and fry until slightly golden brown and crispy.  Repeat until all of the remaining pieces are fried. Remove extra oil with kitchen paper and serve directly.

    fried milk|chinasichuanfood.com

    Absorb extra oil with kitchen paper and serve hot.

    fried milk|chinasichuanfood.com

    fried milk|chinasichuanfood.com

    Other Chinese desserts

    1. Coconut milk pudding | another new star dessert in Chinese bakery
    2. Ginger milk pudding | traditional Cantonese pudding made with ginger juice
    3. Mung bean cake | a traditional cake from healthy mung beans.
    4. Chinese mango pudding | healthy pudding made from fresh mango
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    Fried Milk

    Elaine
    Fried milk with bread crumbles, making 20 to 24 pieces. Serving around 4 to 6 people. 
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Recipe
    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Resting time 40 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Chinese
    Cuisine Cantonese
    Servings 6 people
    Calories 258 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup coconut milk
    • ¼ cup milk
    • 3 tbsp. cornstarch
    • 3 tbsp. sugar
    • 2 large eggs ,whisked well for coating
    • ¼ cup cornstarch for coating
    • 1 cup breadcrumbs or oats
    • oil for deep-frying

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bow, add coconut milk, milk, cornstarch and sugar. Heat over slowest fire and until heating until thickened. In the process, stir in one direction. Transfer to a square baking pan and set aside to cool down in fridge (rest for 40 to 60 minutes) until well hardened. 
    • Transfer out and cut into small strips around 5 cm long and 3 cm wide.
    • Coat with starch, egg and breadcrumbs in sequence.
    • Heat oil until 150 to 160 degree C. Place 4-5 pieces on a flat strainer, dip the strainer in and fry until slightly golden brown and crispy. Repeat until all of the remaining pieces are fried. Remove extra oil with kitchen paper and serve directly.
    • Absorb extra oil with kitchen paper and serve hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 258kcalCarbohydrates: 30.3gProtein: 4.7gFat: 13.8gSaturated Fat: 9.4gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 158mgFiber: 1.8gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 7.5IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.8mg
    Keyword Desserts, Fried, milk
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Ruth

      February 02, 2019 at 12:49 am

      Hi, can I use panko instead of breadcrumbs?

      Reply
      • Elaine

        February 02, 2019 at 6:53 pm

        Yes, Panko can work for this too.

        Reply
    2. Yimei

      August 03, 2019 at 9:15 pm

      Can i use potato starch instead of corn starch

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 04, 2019 at 6:50 am

        For this particular recipe, yes.

        Reply
      • Sydney

        June 01, 2020 at 3:45 pm

        Is there another way to cook them without using breadcrumbs?

        Reply
        • Elaine

          June 01, 2020 at 8:37 pm

          Yes, you can use cornstarch as a sub of breadcrumbs.

          Reply
      • Sydney

        June 01, 2020 at 3:48 pm

        Also, can you use brown sugar in the recipe?

        Reply
        • Elaine

          June 01, 2020 at 8:37 pm

          Yes.

          Reply
    3. Ann Z

      October 16, 2019 at 8:31 am

      Hi…
      1 cup in the recipe is approx to how many ml? Can i use all fresh milk instead of coconut milk and milk? Can i also add some cheese or yogurt on the batter? Thanks

      Reply
      • Elaine

        October 16, 2019 at 8:23 pm

        1 cup =240ml. Yes, fresh milk works too. I think you can add some cheese or yogurt for flavoring.But you need to add a little bit more starch to achieve the right texture.

        Reply
    4. Tricia

      March 28, 2020 at 2:40 pm

      Is it necessary to put it into fridge to make it hardened?

      Reply
      • Elaine

        March 30, 2020 at 8:29 am

        Yes!

        Reply
    5. Grace Nunley

      May 03, 2020 at 8:56 am

      Can you leave left over outside the fridge In an airtight container? I guess my question is how long will it last if left outside the fridge?
      How to reheat? Microwave or refry?

      Reply
      • Elaine

        May 05, 2020 at 7:33 am

        Grace,
        I highly recommend eating them all after frying. All frying things get the best texture and flavor just after frying. If there is left over, place in air-tight bag or container. I believe both microwave and re-frying can work. But I recommend microwave.

        Reply
    6. Maria

      May 08, 2020 at 10:39 pm

      Hello, i was wondering whether i could bake them in an airfryer? or only frying will work?

      Reply
      • Elaine

        May 13, 2020 at 9:13 am

        Maria,
        I never used airfryer for this one. Not sure whether it worked.

        Reply
    7. ʕ •ᴥ•ʔ

      June 22, 2020 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious. They turned out just like the picture and were easy to make. Super crispy exterior and custardy on the inside. Will be making again 🙂

      Reply
      • Elaine

        June 23, 2020 at 8:16 am

        Thank you for the lovely feedback.

        Reply
    8. Lani

      September 21, 2020 at 4:37 pm

      5 stars
      My oldest child and I made these tonight and they came out delicious. We did add some condensed milk and reduced the sugar. Might use condensed milk and not add sugar next time. Mahalo for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 30, 2020 at 8:02 am

        Lani,
        Thanks for the feedback!!

        Reply
    9. Sisithatlikestoread

      April 20, 2021 at 10:59 pm

      Heyy just wondering how long should i leave it in zhe fridge? Also do we have to use coconut or fresh milk? We can't use supermarket milk?

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 24, 2021 at 7:41 am

        Usually takes 4 hours. You can use supermarket milk for sure.

        Reply
    10. Susan Karcher

      November 02, 2021 at 12:28 am

      I am thinking of making these for my son's wedding to incorporate his soon to be wifes culture........can they be made ahead of time? Frozen and baked to heat again before serving?

      Reply
      • Elaine

        November 19, 2021 at 8:16 am

        The deep-frying process can only be made just before serving.

        Reply

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