Loukoumades with ClemenGold^® Syrup

Method:

1. Combine the dry ingredients together and make a well in the centre.
2. Pour in the water and stir to make a sticky dough.
3. Place the dough in a clean bowl and cover with a tea towel.
4. Leave to prove for 1.5 hours.
5. Stir the dough to knock it down.
6. Fill a large pot about a third of the way with oil and heat to 200°C.
7. Using two oiled spoons, scoop up dollops of the dough and deep-fry in batches until golden brown.
8. Drain on kitchen towel.
9. Combine all the syrup ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Once the syrup has reduced and thickened, cool slightly. Dip each doughnut into the syrup and serve the loukoumades topped with chopped pistachios.