Ricotta Orange Fritters

• 1 large eggegg
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugarsugar
• 1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh orange zestorange
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh orange juiceorange-juice
• 1/2 cup whole-milk ricottaricotta
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flourflour
• 1/8 teaspoon saltsalt
• 1 cup olive oilolive-oil
• Confectioners sugar for dusting

1. 01Whisk together egg and granulated sugar, then whisk in zest, juice, ricotta, flour, and salt until just combined. Heat oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Working in batches of 4, spoon 1 tablespoon of batter per fritter into oil and fry, turning over once, until golden on both sides, about 2 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and cool slightly.
2. 02Dust fritters with confectioners sugar and serve immediately.

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