Irish Apple Fritters

5 oz. flour
5 fluid oz. water
1/4 tsp. salt
2 eggs (separated)
1 Tbsp. melted butter
2 large cooking apples
4 oz. confectioner's sugar
lemon juice
oil for deep frying

   Make batter at least an hour before required, using the following method:  Sift together flour and salt.  Make a well in the center, add the cooled melted butter and some of the water and egg yolks.  Work in the flour and beat until smooth.  Add remaining water.  Leave to stand.  Just before using, beat the egg whites until stiff, but not dry.  Fold into batter mix.  Peel, core and slice apples (make slices about 1/4 - 1/2" thick).  Dip into batter and deep fry in very hot oil (175°-180° C) until golden.  Drain and serve drenched with confectioner's sugar and sprinkled with lemon juice.