What to Eat in Bosnia and Herzegovina | Uštipak and Grah | Fried Dough and Beans

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough adds flavor, while baking powder simplifies the process.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories, while water is budget-friendly.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Flaxseed provides a vegan option, while tofu is less expensive.

Mix warm water with yeast and sugar; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour and salt in a large bowl.

Add the yeast mixture and milk to the flour; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.

Cover the dough with a cloth; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Scoop small portions of dough and carefully drop into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.

Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.

Serve warm, optionally with cheese or yogurt.

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