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Fabulous German-Style Fried Apples Recipe

Fabulous German-Style Fried Apples

Tart apples are gently fried in butter with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until tender and coated in a glossy syrup. This versatile dish makes about four servings and can be served as a side, dessert, or topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium Medium tart apples, such as Granny Smith
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch Salt
Optional Cooking Addition
  • 1-2 tablespoons, if needed Water

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Peel, core, and slice the apples into fairly uniform wedges or slices about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the apples and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring or turning occasionally, until they begin to soften.
  3. Sprinkle the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt over the apples. Toss gently so the slices are coated without breaking.
  4. Continue cooking for 7 to 12 minutes, stirring periodically, until the apples are tender but not mushy and the butter, sugar, and apple juices become a glossy syrup.
  5. Add a tablespoon or two of water if the skillet becomes dry or the sugar begins to catch. Remove the apples from the heat while they are just tender and serve hot.

Notes

Use a wide skillet and avoid overcrowding so the apples can brown lightly rather than steam. Remove them while they are just tender because residual heat will continue softening them. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and reheat gently.