Ingredients

  • Syrup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
  • Doughnuts
  • 2 medium white potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 tablespoon baker's yeast
  • lukewarm water
  • oil (for frying)

Method

  • First make the Syrup and chill.
  • Combine all ingredients in saucepan and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 minutes. Allow to cool to room temperature; chill in refrigerator.
  • Boil potatoes until tender. Drain well and mash.
  • Add the flour, yeast and enough water to make a soft dough. Knead until well combined. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and allow to rise in a warm area away from drafts for about an hour.
  • Using a spoon, take up a small amount of dough and drop into hot oil. Fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  • Drop into syrup. Remove and enjoy!