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Mekitsi
1h 50min
4 servings
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Mekitsi is a traditional Balkan dish of fried dough, often enjoyed as a tasty breakfast or snack. These fluffy, golden-brown treats are made with a simple yogurt-based dough that's leavened with yeast for extra flavor and texture. The dough is quickly fried until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve Mekitsi warm, dusted with powdered sugar or topped with your favorite jam or honey for a delightful sweet treat that's sure to satisfy.
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Sugar
2 g
7 g
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Activate yeast
In a small bowl, mix the active dry yeast with 1/4 cup of warm water and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let it stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, salt, and remaining sugar.
Add wet ingredients
Add the yogurt, eggs, and activated yeast mixture to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Knead dough
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Let dough rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Divide dough
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball.
Flatten dough
Flatten each dough ball into a disc shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
Heat oil
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Fry Mekitsi
Fry the flattened dough pieces in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Drain excess oil
Remove the fried Mekitsi from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve
Serve the Mekitsi warm, dusted with powdered sugar or topped with your favorite jam or honey.
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