Deep-Fried Monte Cristo Sandwich (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Sandwich
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9 slices honey wheat bread
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9 slices thick-cut roasted turkey deli meat
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9 slices thick-cut honey ham deli meat
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3 slices mild cheddar cheese
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3 slices Swiss cheese
→ Batter
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3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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2⅔ cups water
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2 large eggs, beaten
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Vegetable or canola oil, for deep frying
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½ cup (62.5g) confectioners' sugar
→ Dipping Sauce
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Red raspberry preserves
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Honey mustard (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Layer bread with turkey, Swiss cheese, second bread slice, ham, cheddar cheese, and final bread slice. Cut diagonally, wrap in plastic, and chill 2-3 hours.
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In separate bowl, combine water and eggs. Mix wet into dry ingredients until smooth.
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Pour 2 inches oil into large pot. Heat to 325°F-350°F.
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Dip each sandwich half in batter, then fry in hot oil 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
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Dust with confectioners' sugar and serve with raspberry preserves and optional honey mustard for dipping.
# Notes:
01 -
Can use store-bought pancake batter as alternative
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Chilling helps sandwich stay together while frying