Thread Eggs (Fios de Ovos)

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 60 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Sugar Syrup
  • Sugar : 2 cups
  • Water : 1 cup
• Thread Eggs
  • Egg yolks : 12
  • Sugar Syrup :

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Steps

• Prepare the sugar syrup by boiling sugar and water until it thickens. Let it cool.
• Beat the egg yolks until light and fluffy.
• Slowly pour the sugar syrup into the beaten egg yolks while continuously whisking.
• Strain the mixture through a fine sieve to create thin threads of egg mixture.
• Cooking the Thread Eggs
• Heat oil in a pan.
• Using a funnel or a special utensil, pour the egg mixture into the hot oil in a circular motion to form threads.
• Fry until golden brown, then remove and drain on paper towels.

Tips

• Use a funnel with a small hole to create thin threads of egg mixture.
• Be careful when pouring the egg mixture into the hot oil to avoid splatters.

Information

• Thread Eggs (Fios de Ovos) are a traditional Portuguese dessert often served during special occasions.
• The delicate threads of egg are sweet and delicious, making them a popular treat in Portuguese cuisine.