Calas

Directions

1. 1
   In a fryer or a deep pot, add oil to a depth of at least three inches, and bring to 360 degrees.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, combine rice, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, mix together eggs and vanilla.
4. 4
   Add to rice mixture and stir with a fork until well blended.
5. 5
   Keep mixture cool (below 70 degrees) so that it will not separate when dropped into hot oil.
6. 6
   When oil is correct temperature, drop in heaping tablespoons of batter.
7. 7
   Calas will brown on one side and turn themselves over.
8. 8
   When browned on both sides, after about 5 minutes, remove them with a wire skimmer and drain on paper towels.
9. 9
   Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, and serve hot.