'2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour'
'1/3 cup of ground almonds'
'1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom'
'1/2 cup of butter or margarine'
'2 eggs, lightly beaten'
'1 tablespoon of heavy cream'
'1 tablespoon of grated lime zest'
'Vegetable oil or fat for frying'
'2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour'
'1/3 cup of ground almonds'
'1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom'
'1/2 cup of butter or margarine'
'2 eggs, lightly beaten'
'1 tablespoon of heavy cream'
'1 tablespoon of grated lime zest'
'Vegetable oil or fat for frying'
'Sift the flour, almonds, and cardamom into a medium bowl; add the butter or margarine in small pieces'
'Mix well to obtain a granular consistency'
'Add the eggs, heavy cream, and grated lime zest; mix only enough to moisten the mixture'
'Shape into a ball on a floured surface and knead for 1/2 minute'
'Refrigerate for several hours until firm enough to roll out'
'Roll out onto a floured surface to a thickness of 45 x 30 cm, folding in half'
'Cut into 12 strips of 2.5 cm width'
'Cut those strips into 5 equal pieces'
'Make a cut along the length of each piece'
'Carefully, insert one end into the cut'
'Fry in hot vegetable oil or fat for 3-4 minutes, turning frequently'
'Remove with a slotted spoon and place on absorbent paper'
'Sprinkle with confectioner's sugar before serving'
'Serve 6 portions.'
