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Description
A traditional Balkan fried dough pastry, perfect for a hearty and flavorful breakfast.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water or warm milk
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Combine flour, yeast, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
- Gradually add warm water or milk, stirring until a sticky, soft dough forms.
- Cover and let dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, until doubled.
- Heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350-375°F (175-190°C).
- Carefully drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot oil using two spoons.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed.
- Remove uštipci and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with accompaniments like kaymak, ajvar, cheese, cured meats, olives, and fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a richer dough, use warm milk instead of water.
- To test oil temperature, drop a small piece of dough; it should sizzle and float immediately.
- Do not overcrowd the pot when frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Balkan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 uštipci
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg