Apple Fritters

Ingredients

• 5 ounces flour
• 5 fluid ounces water
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs; separated
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 2 large cooking apples
• 4 ounces sugar
• lemon juice
• oil for deep frying

Method

Make batter at least one hour before needing it. Sift together flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the cooled melted butter and some of the water and egg yolks. Work in the flour and beat until smooth. Add remaining water and leave to stand. Just before using, beat the egg whites until stiff but not dry. Fold into batter mix. Peel, core and slice apples about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Dip into batter and deep fry in very hot oil until golden. Drain and serve dredged with sugar and sprinkled with lemon juice.