Fried Custard

2 1/4 cups milk
1 vanilla bean or 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 whole eggs
6 egg yolks
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 additional beaten eggs
2 to 3 cups fresh cake or bread crumbs
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