Chestnut Doughnut Holes

• 1/2 cup chestnut flour
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon coconut milk
• 1 egg, separated
• Safflower oil for deep-frying

1. Pour oil 3 inches deep into a 4-quart saucepan.
2. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the oil to 300F.
3. While the oil is heating, combine the flour, coconut milk, 1/4 cup water, and the egg yolk in a medium bowl.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg white or beat it in an electric mixer until it forms stiff peaks.
5. Using a flexible spatula, fold the white into the chestnut batter, then set the bowl aside.
6. Constantly monitor the oil temperature to make sure that it stays at 300F.
7. To fry, drop 1 teaspoon at a time into the oil using a heat-resistant plastic spoon.
8. Fry for 30 seconds, then flip over and fry for 20 seconds, until golden brown.
9. Work carefully to avoid getting burned.
10. Remove from the pot with a slotted spoon and place on a paper-towel-lined plate.
11. These can be tossed in sugar or served plain and enjoyed immediately or at room temperature.

flour, coconut milk, egg, safflower

Taken from www.cookstr.com/recipes/chestnut-doughnut-holes (may not work)